State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-001-13.31-CPTL · Structure no. 36 0013
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 323 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 97,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD is a concrete arch - deck carrying State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 78 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 97,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 160,823 by 2043. The structure is 323 ft (98.5 m) long and 102 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD carry?
About 97,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD?
The structure is 323 ft (98.5 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 over Soquel Creek Wharf RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.