Desoto AVE over Los Angeles River

Good Condition68 years old35,182 vehicles/day

Location

StateCalifornia
CountyLos Angeles
Location0.2 Mi N Vanowen ST
CarriesDesoto AVE
CrossesLos Angeles River
Coordinates34.19510, -118.58831

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length133.9 ft (40.8 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width100.4 ft (30.6 m)
Deck Area1248.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1958 (reconstructed 2002)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic35,182 (2016)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge7

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number53C1151

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