US Bridges

Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.2MI N/O Mulberry Drive · Structure no. 53C0837

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30,104
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 30,104 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,125 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesColima RD
CrossesLeffingwell Crk
Location0.2MI N/O Mulberry Drive
RouteCounty Highway 0L160
Coordinates33.93746, -118.01502
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 inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.6 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,104 (2014)
Projected traffic36,125 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
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 Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk carry?

About 30,104 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns Colima RD over Leffingwell Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.