US Bridges

Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 0.2 MI N/O Apperson ST · Structure no. 53C2048

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
154 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,885
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 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 1,885 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,153 by 2046. The structure is 154 ft (47 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHaines Canyon Ave
CrossesHaines Canyon Channel
Location0.2 MI N/O Apperson ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.25714, -118.27828
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: 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 rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length154 ft (47 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,885 (2016)
Projected traffic2,153 by 2046
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel carry?

About 1,885 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel?

The structure is 154 ft (47 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.1 m).

Who owns Haines Canyon Ave over Haines Canyon Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.