US Bridges

State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-118-R2.55-LA · Structure no. 53 2182

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
793 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
155,000
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W 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 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 155,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 189,129 by 2045. The structure is 793 ft (241.8 m) long and 148 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesState Route 118
CrossesDesoto Ave Browns Cyn W
Location07-LA-118-R2.55-LA
RouteState Highway 118
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.27347, -118.59247
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length793 ft (241.8 m)
Longest span210 ft (64 m)
Deck width148 ft (45.1 m)
Roadway width144 ft (43.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic155,000 (2020)
Projected traffic189,129 by 2045
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W built?

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

What condition is State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W 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 2024.

How much traffic does State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W carry?

About 155,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W?

The structure is 793 ft (241.8 m) long with a longest span of 210 ft (64 m) and a deck 148 ft wide.

Who owns State Route 118 over Desoto Ave Browns Cyn W?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.