US Bridges

Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 1.2MI E/O Glendora Ave · Structure no. 53C0533

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,352
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 30,352 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,750 by 2045. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesAlosta Ave
CrossesE Branch Big Dalton Wash
Location1.2MI E/O Glendora Ave
RouteCity Street 0L535
Coordinates34.12872, -117.84031
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.8 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,352 (2017)
Projected traffic39,750 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
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 Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash built?

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

What condition is Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash carry?

About 30,352 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.8 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Alosta Ave over E Branch Big Dalton Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.