US Bridges

Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-31.35-BRB · Structure no. 53 1368S

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,996
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 9,996 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,439 by 2040. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 136 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp/Connector 5
CrossesBurbank Western Channel
Location07-LA-005-31.35-BRB
RouteInterstate 5
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.2007, -118.33842
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width136 ft (41.5 m)
Roadway width136 ft (41.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,996 (2018)
Projected traffic12,439 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel carry?

About 9,996 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 136 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp/Connector 5 over Burbank Western Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.