West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek
GoodSanta Barbara County, California · 1.6 MI W Arguello Blvd · Structure no. 51C0311
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,346
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek in Santa Barbara County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5,346 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,328 by 2045. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito 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 2023.
How much traffic does West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek carry?
About 5,346 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns West Ocean Ave over San Miguelito Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.