Idaho Street over Imperial Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 0.1 Mi. N/O Imperial Hwy. · Structure no. 55C0325
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2017 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Idaho Street over Imperial Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Idaho Street over Imperial Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 62 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,320 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 139 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Idaho Street over Imperial Channel built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is Idaho Street over Imperial 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 2023.
How much traffic does Idaho Street over Imperial Channel carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Idaho Street over Imperial Channel?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 139 ft wide.
Who owns Idaho Street over Imperial Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.