Route 5 over Burbank West Channel
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-30.00-BRB · Structure no. 53 1673M
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 148 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 239,016
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 5 over Burbank West Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Route 5 over Burbank West 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 239,016 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 244,065 by 2046. The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 5 over Burbank West Channel built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 5 over Burbank West 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 2024.
How much traffic does Route 5 over Burbank West Channel carry?
About 239,016 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Route 5 over Burbank West Channel?
The structure is 148 ft (45.1 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.
Who owns Route 5 over Burbank West Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.