State Route 46 over Dry Creek
GoodSan Luis Obispo County, California · 05-SLO-046-34.14 · Structure no. 49 0138
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2008
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 46 over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 46 over Dry Creek in San Luis Obispo County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2008, so it is 71 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 16,100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 33,521 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 46 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2008.
What condition is State Route 46 over Dry 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 46 over Dry Creek carry?
About 16,100 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is State Route 46 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 46 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.