Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek
GoodSan Luis Obispo County, California · Avila RD · Structure no. 49C0327
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 480 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,434
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek in San Luis Obispo County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 7,434 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,034 by 2045. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek carry?
About 7,434 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Avila Beach DR over San Luis Obispo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.