US Bridges

Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel

Good

San Bernardino County, California · 0.6 MI NE Mt Vernon Ave · Structure no. 54C0382

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,648
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel in San Bernardino County, California. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 12,648 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,570 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInland Center DR
CrossesLytle Cajon Channel
Location0.6 MI NE Mt Vernon Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates34.07963, -117.30639
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
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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 spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span43 ft (13 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,648 (2024)
Projected traffic14,570 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel carry?

About 12,648 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns Inland Center DR over Lytle Cajon Channel?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.