US Bridges

Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 30 M E. of Devonshire ST · Structure no. 53C1152

Built
1952
73 years old, rebuilt 1969
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
86 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,375
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 73 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 14,375 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,837 by 2045. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesArleta Ave
CrossesPacoima Wash Div Channel
Location30 M E. of Devonshire ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.25752, -118.44389
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length86 ft (26.2 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.6 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,375 (2020)
Projected traffic17,837 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.

What condition is Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel carry?

About 14,375 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel?

The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns Arleta Ave over Pacoima Wash Div Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.