Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 100 N/O Edinger Ave · Structure no. 55C0075
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 87 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel is a concrete continuous slab carrying Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 65 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 36,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,695 by 2040. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 102 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 Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel carry?
About 36,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel?
The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns Bolsa Chica ST over Westminster Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.