US Bridges

Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 0.3MI N/O Torrance Blvd · Structure no. 53C0865

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,449
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral is a concrete culvert carrying Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 16,449 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,739 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFigueroa ST
CrossesTorrance Lateral
Location0.3MI N/O Torrance Blvd
RouteCity Street 0L042
Coordinates33.84463, -118.28423
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
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.6 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,449 (2014)
Projected traffic19,739 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral carry?

About 16,449 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns Figueroa ST over Torrance Lateral?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.