US Bridges

Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 1.0MI N/O SR-60 Fwy · Structure no. 53C0289

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
740 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
16,324
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 16,324 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,589 by 2043. The structure is 740 ft (225.6 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesAzusa Ave
CrossesValley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr
Location1.0MI N/O SR-60 Fwy
RouteCity Street 0L379
Coordinates34.00798, -117.92673
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length740 ft (225.6 m)
Longest span141 ft (43 m)
Deck width98 ft (30 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,324 (2017)
Projected traffic19,589 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway, waterway and railroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr carry?

About 16,324 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr?

The structure is 740 ft (225.6 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns Azusa Ave over Valley Bl/Arenth Av/Sprr?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.