Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 200 North of US-101 · Structure no. 53C1353
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 28,653
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River is a concrete slab carrying Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1952, 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 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 28,653 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,607 by 2044. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Van Nuys 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River carry?
About 28,653 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns Van Nuys Blvd over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.