US Bridges

Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.5 MI E/O Sepulveda Blvd · Structure no. 53C2009

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,092
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash is a concrete culvert carrying Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 3,092 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,162 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesRayen ST
CrossesPacoima Wash
Location0.5 MI E/O Sepulveda Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.23178, -118.45918
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,092 (2018)
Projected traffic4,162 by 2040
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty 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 Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rayen ST over Pacoima 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 June 2022.

How much traffic does Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash carry?

About 3,092 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns Rayen ST over Pacoima Wash?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency and maintained by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.