State Route 27 over Topanga Creek
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-027-2.02 · Structure no. 53 0143
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 116 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,950
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 27 over Topanga Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying State Route 27 over Topanga Creek in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 84 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 15,950 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,784 by 2046. The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 27 over Topanga Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is State Route 27 over Topanga Creek 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does State Route 27 over Topanga Creek carry?
About 15,950 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is State Route 27 over Topanga Creek?
The structure is 116 ft (35.4 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 27 over Topanga Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.