US Bridges

Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass

Fair

Orange County, California · 250 Nw/O Crown Valley Pk · Structure no. 55C0695

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20,880
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass is a steel arch - deck carrying Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 20,880 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,396 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesMuolton Pkwy
CrossesEquestrian Underpass
Location250 Nw/O Crown Valley Pk
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates33.54385, -117.69261
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width148 ft (45 m)
Roadway width118 ft (36 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,880 (2019)
Projected traffic25,396 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass carry?

About 20,880 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns Muolton Pkwy over Equestrian Underpass?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.