Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel
GoodOrange County, California · 12-ORA-405-12.90-FNV · Structure no. 55 0477
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300,000
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel in Orange County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 300,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 432,000 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 172 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel carry?
About 300,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 172 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 405 over East Valley Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.