US Bridges

Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.8MI N/O Carson ST · Structure no. 53C0772

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
30,680
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan is a concrete culvert carrying Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 30,680 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,816 by 2042. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 192 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesVermont/Torrance
CrossesTorrance Lateral Chan
Location0.8MI N/O Carson ST
RouteCounty Highway 0L040
Coordinates33.84215, -118.28975
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width192 ft (58.6 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,680 (2016)
Projected traffic36,816 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral 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 September 2021.

How much traffic does Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan carry?

About 30,680 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m) and a deck 192 ft wide.

Who owns Vermont/Torrance over Torrance Lateral Chan?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.