US Bridges

Imperial HWY over Acta

Fair

Los Angeles County, California · 30FT E/O Alameda ST · Structure no. 53C2137

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,020
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Imperial HWY over Acta is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Imperial HWY 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 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 18,020 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,624 by 2044. The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long and 137 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesImperial HWY
CrossesActa
Location30FT E/O Alameda ST
RouteCity Street 0L100
Coordinates33.92979, -118.22554
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length59 ft (17.9 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width137 ft (41.8 m)
Roadway width101 ft (30.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,020 (2014)
Projected traffic21,624 by 2044
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure8
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 Imperial HWY over Acta built?

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

What condition is Imperial HWY over Acta 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 2024.

How much traffic does Imperial HWY over Acta carry?

About 18,020 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Imperial HWY over Acta?

The structure is 59 ft (17.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 137 ft wide.

Who owns Imperial HWY over Acta?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.