Rancho Rio Avenue over Newell Creek

Poor Condition68 years old500 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountySanta Cruz
Location0.1 Mi E Newell Creek RD
CarriesRancho Rio Avenue
CrossesNewell Creek
Coordinates37.08800, -122.07636

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure2 (Critical)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical2 — Bridge closed (monitoring)

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Max Span38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Width11.8 ft (3.6 m)
Deck Area46.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1958

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic500 (2015)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number36C0128

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