Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 100 W/O Route 57 Fwy. · Structure no. 55C0141
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,725 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 125 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 125 ft wide.
Who owns Orangethorpe Ave. over Placentia Storm Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.