Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Almost there! Just bridging the gap...
Fun fact: Covered bridges were roofed to protect the wood, not the travelers.
over LOS ANGELES RIVER
SIXTH STREET OVER LA RIVE
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 6 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 50,000 vehicles per day and is 4 years old.
Its sufficiency rating of 70.8 is above the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 17 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge has some features that may be challenging for travelers with bridge anxiety. See the tips below for a more comfortable crossing.
This bridge is 2760 feet long — a longer crossing, over 1 minute.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
About 17 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 50,000 vehicles cross daily — heavy traffic, congestion likely during rush hours.
The deck is 100 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
2022
4 years old
Structure Type
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Arch (Deck)
Total Length
2,760 ft
841.4 m
Deck Width
100 ft
30.5 m
Spans
9
sections between supports
Max Span
313 ft
longest unsupported section (95.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
17 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
50,000vehicles/day
34.03844°N, 118.23083°W
Prestressed Concrete (Continuous) Arch (Deck)
A prestressed concrete stringer bridge uses pretensioned concrete beams, where steel tendons are stretched before concrete is poured. This creates stronger, lighter spans.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.