Bear Creek RD over Bear Creek

Fair Condition66 years old2,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySanta Cruz
Location4.3 Mi NE Of SR 9
CarriesBear Creek RD
CrossesBear Creek
Coordinates37.16448, -122.07591

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length67.9 ft (20.7 m)
Max Span64.6 ft (19.7 m)
Deck Width31.2 ft (9.5 m)
Deck Area196.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,500 (2015)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number36C0059

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