US Bridges

SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-060-19.45-IDY · Structure no. 53 2248S

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
36,600
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 36,600 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,148 by 2047. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSB Fullerton-Eb 60
CrossesFullerton Channel
Location07-LA-060-19.45-IDY
RouteState Highway 60
Coordinates33.99327, -117.90541
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width120 ft (36.5 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,600 (2015)
Projected traffic51,148 by 2047
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel carry?

About 36,600 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.

Who owns SB Fullerton-Eb 60 over Fullerton Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.