Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 0.2 M N/O Vanowen ST · Structure no. 53C1352
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,901
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 18,901 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,240 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 147 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek carry?
About 18,901 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 147 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Circle Blvd over Bell Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.