US Bridges

Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.3MI N/O Garvey Blvd · Structure no. 53C1414

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,253
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash is a concrete slab carrying Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash 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 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 5,253 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,041 by 2041. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesEmerson Pl
CrossesAlhambra Wash
Location0.3MI N/O Garvey Blvd
RouteCity Street 0QS50
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.0662, -118.09292
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deck100 ft (30.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,253 (2017)
Projected traffic6,041 by 2041
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash carry?

About 5,253 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Emerson Pl over Alhambra Wash?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.