Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River
FairLos Angeles County, California · 0.1 MI NE Fwy 5 · Structure no. 53C1884
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 316 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,099
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 10,099 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,723 by 2042. The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River carry?
About 10,099 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River?
The structure is 316 ft (96.3 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Glendale Blvd over Los Angeles River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.