Santa Rita Creek Road over Old Creek Bridge Replacement Project, Cayucos
The project proposes replacing the existing 85-year-old timber and concrete bridge on Santa Rita Road over Old Creek with a new concrete bridge.
The purpose of the project is to improve public safety along this portion of the roadway as the existing bridge has reached the end of its service life. The bridge is an obsolete timber bridge and a failing concrete deck. Temporary repairs continue to be made to the bridge to keep it open, but replacing the bridge is a better long-term solution.
The purpose of the project is to improve public safety along this portion of the roadway as the existing bridge has reached the end of its service life. The bridge is an obsolete timber bridge and a failing concrete deck. Temporary repairs continue to be made to the bridge to keep it open, but replacing the bridge is a better long-term solution.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has determined that the existing bridge should be replaced, making the project eligible for federal funding.
Project Location
The project is located in Supervisorial District 2, about 4 miles east of the town of Cayucos.
Project Schedule
The design and permitting of the project began in November 2025, and construction is scheduled for 2030.
Project Detour
In order to accommodate roadway users, a temporary detour, including a temporary bridge over Old Creek, will be constructed and will provide around the work area during construction.
