US Bridges

Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash

Good

Los Angeles County, California · Btwn Paxtn St/Chambln ST · Structure no. 53C0368

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Good
inspected September 2022
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
33,235
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash is a concrete slab carrying Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 71 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 33,235 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,964 by 2041. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLaurel Canyon Blvd
CrossesPacoima Wash
LocationBtwn Paxtn St/Chambln ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.26669, -118.44028
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating85.8 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.3 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,235 (2018)
Projected traffic37,964 by 2041
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash 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 2022.

How much traffic does Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash carry?

About 33,235 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns Laurel Canyon Blvd over Pacoima Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.