US Bridges

Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel

Good

Orange County, California · 0.3 MI W/O Euclid ST · Structure no. 55C0235

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,800
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Valencia DR 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,907 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesValencia DR
CrossesFullerton Creek Channel
Location0.3 MI W/O Euclid ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates33.86647, -117.947
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,800 (2020)
Projected traffic23,907 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
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 Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel built?

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

What condition is Valencia DR 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 Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel carry?

About 14,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Valencia DR over Fullerton Creek Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.