Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel
GoodRiverside County, California · 0.3 Mi. S/O Rte. 91 Fwy. · Structure no. 56C0301
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,200
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel in Riverside County, California. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 63 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 10,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,390 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 66 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Buchanan Street over LA Sierra 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel carry?
About 10,200 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Buchanan Street over LA Sierra Channel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.