U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River
FairLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-101-10.83-LA · Structure no. 53 1224
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 137 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 175,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 68 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 175,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 228,269 by 2042. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 128 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River carry?
About 175,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.4 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Highway 101 over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.