US Bridges

Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · Glnoks Bl/Gldn ST Fwy · Structure no. 53C1223

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,536
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,536 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,645 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesLanark ST
CrossesBurbank Western Channel
LocationGlnoks Bl/Gldn ST Fwy
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.21819, -118.35474
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,536 (2018)
Projected traffic1,645 by 2040
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel 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 March 2022.

How much traffic does Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel carry?

About 1,536 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns Lanark ST over Burbank Western Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.