US Bridges

Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.2 MI SW Arleta Ave · Structure no. 53C1379

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
79 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,100
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,118 by 2041. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWentworth ST
CrossesPacoima Diversion Chnl
Location0.2 MI SW Arleta Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.23195, -118.41819
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating85.8 US tons
Inventory rating51.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length79 ft (24.1 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.2 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2020)
Projected traffic5,118 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
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 Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl carry?

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl?

The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Wentworth ST over Pacoima Diversion Chnl?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.