State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-001-R4.38 · Structure no. 51 0150
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 92 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1967, 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 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,952 by 2045. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
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 1967, making it 58 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 7,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 1 over El Jaro Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.