US Bridges

Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain

Good

Ventura County, California · Victoria Avenue · Structure no. 52C0127L

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
115 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,500
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain is a concrete culvert carrying Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain in Ventura County, California. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1973, 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,885 by 2042. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesChannel Islands Bl
CrossesOxnard West Drain
LocationVictoria Avenue
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.17589, -119.22048
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,500 (2022)
Projected traffic20,885 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain carry?

About 15,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Channel Islands Bl over Oxnard West Drain?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.