US Bridges

226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.1MI W/O Norwalk Blvd · Structure no. 53C1795

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2021
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,717
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn is a concrete culvert carrying 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 6 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 1,717 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,889 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries226th ST
CrossesArtesia-Norwalk Strm Drn
Location0.1MI W/O Norwalk Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates33.82393, -118.07496
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,717 (2014)
Projected traffic1,889 by 2042
Trucks0%
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 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn 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 October 2021.

How much traffic does 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn carry?

About 1,717 vehicles per day (2014 count).

How long is 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns 226th ST over Artesia-Norwalk Strm Drn?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.