Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 0.1 MI N Forest Lawn DR · Structure no. 53C1098
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 283 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 35,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 90 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 35,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,590 by 2042. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River carry?
About 35,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.
Who owns Barham Blvd over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.