Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 0.1 MI N/O RTE 1 · Structure no. 55C0096
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 151 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 67 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,368 by 2040. The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Brookhurst ST over Talbert 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 Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel?
The structure is 151 ft (46 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.
Who owns Brookhurst ST over Talbert Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.