San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River
FairPosted for loadSanta Cruz County, California · N of Graham Hill RD · Structure no. 36C0085
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 156 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River is a steel truss - deck carrying San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River in Santa Cruz County, California. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 6 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 561 by 2046. The structure is 156 ft (47.6 m) long and 12 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is San Lorenzo Way 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 San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.6 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 12 ft wide.
Who owns San Lorenzo Way over San Lorenzo River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.