US Bridges

State Route 82 over Colma Creek

Fair

San Mateo County, California · 04-SM-082-22.36-CLM · Structure no. 35 0003

Built
1913
112 years old, rebuilt 1927
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
28,500
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 82 over Colma Creek is a concrete culvert carrying State Route 82 over Colma Creek in San Mateo County, California. It was built in 1913 and reconstructed in 1927, so it is 112 years old, older 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 28,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 44,736 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesState Route 82
CrossesColma Creek
Location04-SM-082-22.36-CLM
RouteState Highway 82
Coordinates37.67217, -122.45372
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,500 (2009)
Projected traffic44,736 by 2046
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 State Route 82 over Colma Creek built?

It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1927.

What condition is State Route 82 over Colma 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 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 82 over Colma Creek carry?

About 28,500 vehicles per day (2009 count).

How long is State Route 82 over Colma Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m).

Who owns State Route 82 over Colma Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.