US Bridges

E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-118-R11.41R-LA · Structure no. 53 2328G

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
563 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
38,542
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 38,542 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,945 by 2046. The structure is 563 ft (171.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesE118-S5 Conn
CrossesPaxton On/Off Ra Chan
Location07-LA-118-R11.41R-LA
RouteState Highway 118
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.26383, -118.44217
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
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating110 US tons
Inventory rating68.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length563 ft (171.6 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,542 (2020)
Projected traffic48,945 by 2046
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate 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 E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan carry?

About 38,542 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan?

The structure is 563 ft (171.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns E118-S5 Conn over Paxton On/Off Ra Chan?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.