Vernon Way over Forester Creek
GoodSan Diego County, California · 0.13MI E/O Marshall Ave · Structure no. 57C0535
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Vernon Way over Forester Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vernon Way over Forester Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,215 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Vernon Way over Forester Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Vernon Way over Forester Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Vernon Way over Forester Creek carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Vernon Way over Forester Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Vernon Way over Forester Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.