Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail
FairSan Mateo County, California · 0.2 Mi. N. of Valley Dr. · Structure no. 35C0028
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1951
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2010 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail is a concrete arch - deck carrying Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail in San Mateo County, California. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1951, so it is 97 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,934 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1951.
What condition is Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Bayshore Blvd over Recreational Trail?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.