US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-30.08-BRB · Structure no. 53 3078

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2022
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,900
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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 23,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,978 by 2044. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesBurbank Western Channel
Location07-LA-005-30.08-BRB
RouteInterstate 5
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.18809, -118.32204
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 inspectionDecember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,900 (2019)
Projected traffic24,978 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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 Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Burbank Western 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 December 2022.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel carry?

About 23,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Burbank Western Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.