College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek
GoodSan Diego County, California · 380FT S/O Oceanside Blvd · Structure no. 57C0689
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek is a concrete culvert carrying College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 55 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 50,000 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,000 by 2040. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is College Blvd over Loma Alta 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 College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek carry?
About 50,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.3 m).
Who owns College Blvd over Loma Alta Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.