US Bridges

Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo

Good

Ventura County, California · 0.1 MI N of US 101 · Structure no. 52C0243

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,700
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo is a concrete culvert carrying Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo in Ventura County, California. It was built in 1966, 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 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 18,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,700 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 197 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesVentu Park RD
CrossesS Branch Arroyo Conejo
Location0.1 MI N of US 101
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.18577, -118.91085
Functional classUrban Minor 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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width197 ft (60 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,700 (2020)
Projected traffic22,700 by 2044
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo built?

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

What condition is Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo carry?

About 18,700 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m) and a deck 197 ft wide.

Who owns Ventu Park RD over S Branch Arroyo Conejo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.