US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek
FairSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-13.96-SB · Structure no. 51 0277R
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 54,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek is a concrete slab carrying US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 54,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,482 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Highway 101 NB over Mission 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek carry?
About 54,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns US Highway 101 NB over Mission Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.