US Bridges

Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 40 Ft W/O Tampa Ave · Structure no. 53C1974

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
291 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
710
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 710 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 861 by 2046. The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHollow Springs DR
CrossesLimekiln Canyon
Location40 Ft W/O Tampa Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.28533, -118.56301
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating57.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length291 ft (88.7 m)
Longest span72 ft (22 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic710 (2018)
Projected traffic861 by 2046
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon 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 2024.

How much traffic does Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon carry?

About 710 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon?

The structure is 291 ft (88.7 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (22 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Hollow Springs DR over Limekiln Canyon?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.