Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl
GoodLos Angeles County, California · 0.1 MI S/W Arleta Ave · Structure no. 53C1355
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 2007
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 83 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50,670
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2007, so it is 71 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 50,670 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,263 by 2040. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 96 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Pacoima Diverson Chnl built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2007.
What condition is Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl carry?
About 50,670 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl?
The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns Van Nuys Blvd over Pacoima Diverson Chnl?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.