US Bridges

Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 30FT W/O Clark Ave · Structure no. 53C0236

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,200
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133 is a concrete culvert carrying Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133 in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 21,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,440 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 94 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesAtherton ST
CrossesStorm Drn #133
Location30FT W/O Clark Ave
RouteCity Street 0L057
Coordinates33.78969, -118.13425
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width94 ft (28.8 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,200 (2014)
Projected traffic25,440 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133 built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133 carry?

About 21,200 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.

Who owns Atherton ST over Storm Drn #133?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.