U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-23.56 · Structure no. 51 0169
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 65,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1945 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 80 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 65,000 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 75,026 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek carry?
About 65,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Carneros Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.