US Bridges

Garvey Ave over Storm Drn

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Los Angeles County, California · 0.3MI E/O Francisquito Av · Structure no. 53C1404

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,322
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Garvey Ave over Storm Drn is a concrete culvert carrying Garvey Ave over Storm Drn in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 11,322 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,020 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesGarvey Ave
CrossesStorm Drn
Location0.3MI E/O Francisquito Av
RouteCity Street 0Q939
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.06964, -117.97135
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,322 (2017)
Projected traffic13,020 by 2041
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Garvey Ave over Storm Drn built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is Garvey Ave over Storm Drn 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Garvey Ave over Storm Drn carry?

About 11,322 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Garvey Ave over Storm Drn?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Garvey Ave over Storm Drn?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.