US Bridges

W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo

Good

Ventura County, California · 0.3 MI E of Ventu Park RD · Structure no. 52C0244

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,925
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo is a concrete culvert carrying W Hillcrest DR 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 14,925 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,242 by 2044. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 77 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesW Hillcrest DR
CrossesS Branch Arroyo Conejo
Location0.3 MI E of Ventu Park RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.18538, -118.90707
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width77 ft (23.4 m)
Roadway width59 ft (18 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,925 (2020)
Projected traffic18,242 by 2044
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo built?

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

What condition is W Hillcrest DR 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 W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo carry?

About 14,925 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m) and a deck 77 ft wide.

Who owns W Hillcrest DR over S Branch Arroyo Conejo?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.