Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River
FairPosted for loadSanta Cruz County, California · 0.1 MI SW of State RTE 9 · Structure no. 36C0073
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.
Who owns Either Way Lane over San Lorenzo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.