US Bridges

W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-060-R0.60-LA · Structure no. 53 1397F

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
645 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
12,900
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 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 12,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2041. The structure is 645 ft (196.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesW60-N5 Connector
CrossesSoto ST Off/On Ramps
Location07-LA-060-R0.60-LA
RouteState Highway 60
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.03042, -118.21583
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length645 ft (196.7 m)
Longest span132 ft (40.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,900 (2019)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps carry?

About 12,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps?

The structure is 645 ft (196.7 m) long with a longest span of 132 ft (40.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns W60-N5 Connector over Soto ST Off/On Ramps?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.