US Bridges

State Route 126 over Oleary Creek

Fair

Ventura County, California · 07-VEN-126-T16.76 · Structure no. 52 0196

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,500
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 126 over Oleary Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying State Route 126 over Oleary Creek in Ventura County, California. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 59 years old, older 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 37,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,240 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesState Route 126
CrossesOleary Creek
Location07-VEN-126-T16.76
RouteState Highway 126
CountyVentura County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.37899, -118.98806
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width108 ft (32.9 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,500 (2019)
Projected traffic66,240 by 2041
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State Route 126 over Oleary Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is State Route 126 over Oleary 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does State Route 126 over Oleary Creek carry?

About 37,500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is State Route 126 over Oleary Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 126 over Oleary Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.