Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 0.1 Mi. S/O Orangethorpe · Structure no. 55C0302
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2015 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,512 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jefferson Street over Atwood 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 Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Jefferson Street over Atwood Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.