U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 05-SB-101-13.89-SB · Structure no. 51 0303
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 62 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 109,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer is a concrete continuous culvert carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 109,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 115,840 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long and 123 ft wide. 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer carry?
About 109,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer?
The structure is 62 ft (19 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 123 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Chapala ST Equalizer?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.