State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 05-SCR-009-1.97 · Structure no. 36 0037
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 161 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2042. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch?
The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 9 over Rincon Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.