US Bridges

Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel

Good

Orange County, California · 50 N/O Valencia DR · Structure no. 55C0232

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,557
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1958, 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 1,557 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,174 by 2045. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesEdward Ave
CrossesFullerton Creek Channel
Location50 N/O Valencia DR
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates33.86653, -117.9802
Functional classUrban Local

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 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.4 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,557 (2019)
Projected traffic2,174 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
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 Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel built?

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

What condition is Edward Ave 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 Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel carry?

About 1,557 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Edward Ave over Fullerton Creek Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.