U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av
PoorLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-101-7.06-LA · Structure no. 53 0680
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 602 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 175,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 72 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 175,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 219,284 by 2042. The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long and 142 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av carry?
About 175,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av?
The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 142 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Argyle Av & Franklin Av?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.