US Bridges

Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek

Good

San Diego County, California · 50 Ft N/O SR79 Ramps · Structure no. 57C0825

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
103 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
25,900
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek in San Diego County, California. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 25,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,100 by 2045. The structure is 103 ft (31.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesTwin Oaks Vly RD
CrossesN. Br. San Marcos Creek
Location50 Ft N/O SR79 Ramps
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates33.139, -117.16382
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans10
Design loadRailroad
Structure length103 ft (31.5 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,900 (2023)
Projected traffic31,100 by 2045
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek carry?

About 25,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek?

The structure is 103 ft (31.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Twin Oaks Vly RD over N. Br. San Marcos Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.