Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · N of Clark Ave · Structure no. 51C0180
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,855
- 2009 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,855 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,053 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blosser Road over Orcutt 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek carry?
About 1,855 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Blosser Road over Orcutt Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.