Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek
GoodSan Diego County, California · 0.4MI N/O Rainbow Glen RD · Structure no. 57C0579
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,725
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 76 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 4,725 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,715 by 2040. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Old HWY 395 over Rainbow 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek carry?
About 4,725 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Old HWY 395 over Rainbow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.