US Bridges

Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.3MI N/O Ave E · Structure no. 53C0387

Built
1921
104 years old, rebuilt 1931
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,838
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1931, so it is 104 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 3,838 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,222 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSierra HWY
CrossesUnnamed Wash
Location0.3MI N/O Ave E
RouteCounty Highway 0L639
Coordinates34.76711, -118.14749
Functional classRural 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (15 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,838 (2018)
Projected traffic4,222 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash built?

It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1931.

What condition is Sierra HWY over Unnamed 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash carry?

About 3,838 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash?

The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Sierra HWY over Unnamed Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.