US Bridges

Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel

Good

Orange County, California · 0.1 MI N/O Valencia DR · Structure no. 55C0147

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
35,400
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1976, 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 35,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,500 by 2045. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBrookhurst RD
CrossesFullerton Creek Channel
Location0.1 MI N/O Valencia DR
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates33.86837, -117.9593
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.7 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,400 (2016)
Projected traffic47,500 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek 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 RD over Fullerton Creek Channel carry?

About 35,400 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns Brookhurst RD over Fullerton Creek Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.