US Bridges

State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-210-R46.35-LVN · Structure no. 53 2077

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
31,500
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel is a concrete slab carrying State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 31,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,956 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 200 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesState Route 210
CrossesPuddingstone Channel
Location07-LA-210-R46.35-LVN
RouteInterstate 210
Coordinates34.1196, -117.79181
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width200 ft (61 m)
Roadway width147 ft (44.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,500 (2015)
Projected traffic39,956 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure5
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 State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel carry?

About 31,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 200 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 210 over Puddingstone Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.