Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 0.1 M N/O Vanowen ST · Structure no. 53C1116
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 149 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 45,004
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 69 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 45,004 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,861 by 2040. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is Canoga Ave 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 August 2021.
How much traffic does Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River carry?
About 45,004 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns Canoga Ave over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.