Edwards ST over Westminster Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 100 N Bolsa Ave · Structure no. 55C0457
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edwards ST over Westminster Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Edwards ST over Westminster Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1972, 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,048 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 106 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 | 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 Edwards ST over Westminster Channel built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is Edwards ST over Westminster 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Edwards ST over Westminster Channel carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Edwards ST over Westminster Channel?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns Edwards ST over Westminster Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.