US Bridges

Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 1.6 MI S of Route 60 · Structure no. 54C0201

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,691
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 78 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 22,691 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,446 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesArchibald Ave
CrossesLower Deer Creek Channel
Location1.6 MI S of Route 60
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates34.00805, -117.59304
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width106 ft (32.3 m)
Roadway width75 ft (22.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,691 (2014)
Projected traffic19,446 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek 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 2025.

How much traffic does Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel carry?

About 22,691 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.

Who owns Archibald Ave over Lower Deer Creek Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.