Hoover ST over Westminster Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 200 S Hazard Ave · Structure no. 55C0546
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hoover ST over Westminster Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Hoover ST over Westminster Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,000 by 2039. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 49 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hoover ST over Westminster Channel built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hoover 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 April 2021.
How much traffic does Hoover ST over Westminster Channel carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Hoover ST over Westminster Channel?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Hoover ST over Westminster Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.