US Bridges

Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-101-6.41-LA · Structure no. 53 0732K

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
317 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,800
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,572 by 2042. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHollywood BL-S101
CrossesS101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp
Location07-LA-101-6.41-LA
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates34.10044, -118.31614
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length317 ft (96.6 m)
Longest span144 ft (43.9 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,800 (2020)
Projected traffic18,572 by 2042
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp carry?

About 9,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp?

The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Hollywood BL-S101 over S101-VAN Ness Av On-Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.