US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach
FairSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-33.85 · Structure no. 51 0197L
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach 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 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 16,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,167 by 2043. The structure is 130 ft (39.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach 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 US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach?
The structure is 130 ft (39.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 SB over El Capitan State Beach?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.