State Route 22 over Santa Ana River
GoodOrange County, California · 12-ORA-022-R9.85-ORA · Structure no. 55 0342
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 569 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 252,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 22 over Santa Ana River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 22 over Santa Ana River in Orange County, California. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 62 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 252,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 297,209 by 2046. The structure is 569 ft (173.4 m) long and 199 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 22 over Santa Ana River built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is State Route 22 over Santa Ana River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 22 over Santa Ana River carry?
About 252,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is State Route 22 over Santa Ana River?
The structure is 569 ft (173.4 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.6 m) and a deck 199 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 22 over Santa Ana River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.