Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary
GoodSan Diego County, California · 125 Ft S/O Orange ST · Structure no. 57C0661
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,580
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 17,580 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,469 by 2045. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary carry?
About 17,580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns Third Avenue over Otay River Tributary?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.