State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-001-11.40 · Structure no. 51 0093
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 132 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6,900 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,300 by 2043. The structure is 132 ft (40.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2009 count).
How long is State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek?
The structure is 132 ft (40.1 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.