US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek
FairSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-67.09 · Structure no. 51 0009R
- Built
- 1916
- 109 years old, rebuilt 1931
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1916 and reconstructed in 1931, so it is 109 years old, older 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,203 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek built?
It was built in 1916, making it 109 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1931.
What condition is US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek carry?
About 14,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 NB over San Antonio Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.