Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon
GoodSan Diego County, California · 175 Ft S/O L Street · Structure no. 57C0846
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1970, 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,752 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon 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 Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Bay Street over Telegraph Canyon?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.