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San Diego County, CA · Structure #57 0383

STATE ROUTE 78

STATE ROUTE 78 in 11-Sd-078-9.85, San Diego County, California received a condition grade of B (78/100). Built in 1994, the bridge carries 137K vehicles daily on STATE ROUTE 78 over Smilax Drive.

B
78/100
78
Condition Score
137K
Daily Traffic
1994
Year Built
27.7m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckGood
7/9

The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear

SuperstructureGood
7/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureGood
7/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
STATE ROUTE 78
Crosses Over
Smilax Drive
State
California
County
San Diego County
Location
11-Sd-078-9.85
Year Built
1994
Age
32 years
Daily Traffic
137,000
Lanes
6
Length
27.7 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
57 0383

About This Bridge

STATE ROUTE 78 is a 32-year-old bridge located 11-Sd-078-9.85 in San Diego County, California. The bridge carries STATE ROUTE 78 over Smilax Drive with 6 traffic lanes, handling approximately 137K vehicles per day. Built in 1994, the structure spans 27.7 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of B (78/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 7/9 (good), superstructure 7/9 (good), and substructure 7/9 (good).

This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

Location Map

11-Sd-078-9.85, San Diego County, California

33.157931, -117.207031

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Frequently Asked Questions

STATE ROUTE 78 has a Condition Score of 78/100 (Grade B). Its deck is rated 7/9, superstructure 7/9, and substructure 7/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is not classified as structurally deficient.

STATE ROUTE 78 was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

STATE ROUTE 78 carries approximately 137K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 6 traffic lanes. It is 27.7 meters long and located on STATE ROUTE 78 in 11-Sd-078-9.85, San Diego County, California.

No, STATE ROUTE 78 is not classified as structurally deficient. All three primary components (deck, superstructure, and substructure) are rated above 4 on the 0-9 NBI scale.

STATE ROUTE 78 is located 11-Sd-078-9.85 in San Diego County, California. The bridge carries STATE ROUTE 78 over Smilax Drive. Its coordinates are 33.157931, -117.207031. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

STATE ROUTE 78 carries STATE ROUTE 78 over Smilax Drive. The bridge is 27.7 meters long and was built in 1994.

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Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.