US Bridges

38th/41th ST over Acta

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Los Angeles County, California · E/O Alameda ST · Structure no. 53C2120

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,182
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

38th/41th ST over Acta is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 38th/41th ST over Acta in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 7,182 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,259 by 2042. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 202 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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Carries38th/41th ST
CrossesActa
LocationE/O Alameda ST
RouteCity Street 0L225
CountyLos Angeles County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.00796, -118.23942
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.8 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length61 ft (18.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width202 ft (61.5 m)
Roadway width133 ft (40.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,182 (2017)
Projected traffic9,259 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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 38th/41th ST over Acta built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is 38th/41th ST over Acta 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does 38th/41th ST over Acta carry?

About 7,182 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is 38th/41th ST over Acta?

The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 202 ft wide.

Who owns 38th/41th ST over Acta?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.