State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River
FairSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-001-22.52 · Structure no. 51 0097L
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 2000
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 732 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,900
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 2000, so it is 58 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 9,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,903 by 2043. The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2000.
What condition is State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River 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 State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River carry?
About 9,900 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River?
The structure is 732 ft (223.1 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 SB over Santa Ynez River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.