US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-R49.20 · Structure no. 53 2139M

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
76 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
206,377
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 206,377 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 423,621 by 2047. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 328 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesWiley Canyon Channel
Location07-LA-005-R49.20
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.36297, -118.55588
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 inspectionMarch 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width328 ft (100 m)
Roadway width172 ft (52.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic206,377 (2018)
Projected traffic423,621 by 2047
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure10
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 Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon 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 March 2025.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel carry?

About 206,377 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 328 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Wiley Canyon Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.