US Bridges

Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel

Fair

San Bernardino County, California · 0.4 MI N Route I-10 · Structure no. 54C0202

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,159
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 26,159 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,410 by 2041. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesArchibald Ave
CrossesReservoir Channel
Location0.4 MI N Route I-10
RouteCity Street 0
CountySan Bernardino County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates34.07371, -117.59324
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.4 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,159 (2019)
Projected traffic52,410 by 2041
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel carry?

About 26,159 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Archibald Ave over Reservoir Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.