US Bridges

Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.5MI E/O Woodruff Ave · Structure no. 53C0406

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
29,786
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn is a concrete culvert carrying Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 29,786 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,743 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long and 108 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesCarson ST
CrossesPalo Verde Storm Dn
Location0.5MI E/O Woodruff Ave
RouteCity Street 0L031
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates33.83211, -118.10843
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal 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 length36 ft (11.1 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width108 ft (32.8 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,786 (2014)
Projected traffic35,743 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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 Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn 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 Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn carry?

About 29,786 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn?

The structure is 36 ft (11.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 108 ft wide.

Who owns Carson ST over Palo Verde Storm Dn?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.