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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 2Art. 2§ 23142 Santa Barbara County Boundaries

§ 23142 Santa Barbara County Boundaries

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§ 23142 Santa Barbara County Boundaries

Key Takeaways

  • •Santa Barbara County has specific borders that are described in detail.
  • •The borders start at the southwestern corner of Ventura and go north along the western line of Ventura.
  • •The borders then follow the Santa Maria River to the Pacific Ocean and along the ocean shore back to the starting point.
  • •The county includes the islands of Santa Barbara, San Miguel, Santa Rosa, and Santa Cruz.

Example

Imagine you are driving from Ventura to Santa Barbara.

As you drive, you cross the border into Santa Barbara County. This border is not just a random line; it follows specific landmarks like the Santa Maria River and the ocean shore, and includes certain islands.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 23142 Santa Barbara County Boundaries

The boundaries of Santa Barbara County are as follows: Beginning at the southwestern corner of Ventura; thence northerly, on the westerly line of Ventura to the point of intersection with the southern line of T. 10 N., San Bernardino base; said point being on the southern boundary of Kern and being the common corner of Santa Barbara and Ventura; thence west on said township line, to the Santa Maria River; thence down said river to a point in the Pacific Ocean opposite the mouth of said river, forming the northwest corner; thence southeasterly, by the ocean shore, to the place of beginning; including the islands of Santa Barbara, San Miguel, Santa Rosa, and Santa Cruz. (Amended by Stats. 1968, Ch. 248.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

santa barbarasanta maria riverpacific oceansan miguelsanta rosasanta cruzventura countysan bernardino

Related Statutes

  • § 23140 San Luis Obispo County Boundaries
  • § 23156 Ventura County Boundaries
  • § 23127 Monterey County Boundaries
  • § 23137 San Diego County Boundaries
  • § 23108 Del Norte County Boundaries

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 23142.
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