State Route 1 over Bay Avenue
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-001-13.20-CPTL · Structure no. 36 0036
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 97,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 over Bay Avenue is a prestressed concrete slab carrying State Route 1 over Bay Avenue in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 117 ft wide.
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 1 over Bay Avenue built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 1 over Bay Avenue 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 Bay Avenue carry?
About 97,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 1 over Bay Avenue?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 117 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 over Bay Avenue?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.