State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek
PoorSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-152-R2.06 · Structure no. 36 0002
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek is a steel culvert carrying State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek in Santa Cruz 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,698 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns State Route 152 over Salsipuedes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.