Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 0.4 MI S/O Edinger Ave · Structure no. 55C0156
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,640 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 113 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 Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset 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 Sunset Channel carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 113 ft wide.
Who owns Bolsa Chica ST over Sunset Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.