Firestone over Carneros Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · East of Aero Camino · Structure no. 51C0304
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2011 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Firestone over Carneros Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Firestone over Carneros Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,386 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 Firestone over Carneros Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Firestone 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Firestone over Carneros Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Firestone over Carneros Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Firestone over Carneros Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.