East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek
GoodSanta Cruz County, California · 6.3 MI N Graham Hill RD · Structure no. 36C0037
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,095 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns East Zayante RD over Zayante Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.