US Bridges

Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 1.0MI N/O Sierra HWY · Structure no. 53C0482

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
124 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40,280
2017 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 40,280 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,336 by 2042. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesPearblossom HWY
CrossesCalifornia Aqueduct
Location1.0MI N/O Sierra HWY
RouteCounty Highway 0Q007
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.53521, -118.08506
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating102.2 US tons
Inventory rating61.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,280 (2017)
Projected traffic48,336 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct carry?

About 40,280 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Pearblossom HWY over California Aqueduct?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.