US Bridges

Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.6MI N/O Slauson Ave · Structure no. 53C0252

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete Continuous
Length
464 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
58,397
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 58,397 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,076 by 2042. The structure is 464 ft (141.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesAtlantic Blvd
CrossesLos Angeles Riv
Location0.6MI N/O Slauson Ave
RouteCity Street 0L062
Coordinates33.99417, -118.1824
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110 US tons
Inventory rating71.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadUnknown
Structure length464 ft (141.4 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.8 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic58,397 (2017)
Projected traffic70,076 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv 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 Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv carry?

About 58,397 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv?

The structure is 464 ft (141.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns Atlantic Blvd over Los Angeles Riv?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.