US Bridges

Carmenita RD over Coyote CR

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.1MI S/O S ST · Structure no. 53C0326

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 2001
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
281 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
28,988
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carmenita RD over Coyote CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Carmenita RD over Coyote CR in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 67 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 28,988 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,936 by 2044. The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long and 98 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCarmenita RD
CrossesCoyote CR
Location0.1MI S/O S ST
RouteCity Street 0L095
Coordinates33.85614, -118.04603
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length281 ft (85.6 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width98 ft (29.9 m)
Roadway width83 ft (25.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,988 (2018)
Projected traffic29,936 by 2044
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
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 Carmenita RD over Coyote CR built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.

What condition is Carmenita RD over Coyote CR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Carmenita RD over Coyote CR carry?

About 28,988 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Carmenita RD over Coyote CR?

The structure is 281 ft (85.6 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 98 ft wide.

Who owns Carmenita RD over Coyote CR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.