State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca
PoorVentura County, California · 07-VEN-126-R6.43 · Structure no. 52 0269R
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 106 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca in Ventura County, California. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,454 by 2041. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 40 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 126 over Ellsworth Barranca?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.