US Bridges

Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.1 MI West of Arleta Ave · Structure no. 53C0530

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
89 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,256
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1979, 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 14,256 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,690 by 2045. The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesTerra Bella ST
CrossesPacoima Diversion Chan
Location0.1 MI West of Arleta Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.24681, -118.43389
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length89 ft (27.1 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width82 ft (25.1 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,256 (2020)
Projected traffic17,690 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan carry?

About 14,256 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan?

The structure is 89 ft (27.1 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns Terra Bella ST over Pacoima Diversion Chan?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.