State Route 2 over Los Angeles River
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-002-15.52-LA · Structure no. 53 0255
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 562 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 153,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 2 over Los Angeles River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State Route 2 over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 153,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 208,040 by 2047. The structure is 562 ft (171.3 m) long and 149 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 2 over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is State Route 2 over Los Angeles River 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 March 2025.
How much traffic does State Route 2 over Los Angeles River carry?
About 153,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is State Route 2 over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 562 ft (171.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 149 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 2 over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.