U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek
FairSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-27.16 · Structure no. 51 0149
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1961
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1961, so it is 96 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 6 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 32,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,503 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1961.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek carry?
About 32,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Winchester Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.