US Bridges

Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 0.1 MI E LA Cadena DR · Structure no. 54C0001

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
166 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
9,847
2015 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink is a concrete continuous slab carrying Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 9,847 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,883 by 2045. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesBarton RD
CrossesBNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink
Location0.1 MI E LA Cadena DR
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.03338, -117.33292
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating32.2 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadUnknown
Structure length166 ft (50.6 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck19 ft (5.8 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,847 (2015)
Projected traffic10,883 by 2045
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink carry?

About 9,847 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink?

The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Barton RD over BNSF RY AMTRAK Metrolink?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.