US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-39.75 · Structure no. 51 0028L
- Built
- 1917
- 108 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 341 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada is a concrete arch - deck carrying US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1917 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 108 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 16,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 32,048 by 2043. The structure is 341 ft (104 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada built?
It was built in 1917, making it 108 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada?
The structure is 341 ft (104 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 SB over Arroyo Quemada?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.