Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek
FairSan Luis Obispo County, California · San Luis Obispo Creek · Structure no. 49C0081
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,043
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek in San Luis Obispo County, California. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,043 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,690 by 2045. The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long and 41 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek carry?
About 1,043 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek?
The structure is 105 ft (31.9 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Elks Lane over San Luis Obispo Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.