Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan
FairLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-605-R17.69-IDY · Structure no. 53 1416
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 237 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 212,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 212,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 206,213 by 2045. The structure is 237 ft (72.1 m) long and 144 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan 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 Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan carry?
About 212,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan?
The structure is 237 ft (72.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 144 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 605 over San Jose Diversion Chan?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.