Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 0.3 Mi. E/O Route 57 Fwy · Structure no. 55C0563L
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 408 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,729 by 2043. The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel?
The structure is 408 ft (124.4 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Katella Ave WB over Santa Ana River Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.