US Bridges

Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-710-13.09-LBCH · Structure no. 53 2145S

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
797 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
5,250
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2041. The structure is 797 ft (242.9 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAtlantic to N71O
CrossesLos Angeles River
Location07-LA-710-13.09-LBCH
RouteState Highway 710
Coordinates33.87771, -118.1906
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20
Structure length797 ft (242.9 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,250 (2015)
Projected traffic8,000 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-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 Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River carry?

About 5,250 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River?

The structure is 797 ft (242.9 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Atlantic to N71O over Los Angeles River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.