List of crossings of the Los Angeles River facts for kids

The Los Angeles River is a special waterway that flows through Los Angeles County in California. It starts in the San Fernando Valley and travels about 51 miles (82 kilometers) before reaching the Pacific Ocean in Long Beach. Even though much of the river is now lined with concrete, it's still an important part of the area's history and future.

Many bridges and crossings help people and vehicles get over the Los Angeles River every day. This list explores some of these important crossings, starting from where the river meets the ocean and moving upstream. You'll see how different types of bridges, from busy freeways to quiet pedestrian paths, connect communities along the river.

Exploring the Los Angeles River Crossings

The Los Angeles River is crossed by many different types of bridges. These include busy roads, major freeways, and even special bridges for trains and bikes. Each crossing helps connect different parts of the cities along the river.

Bridges in Long Beach and Beyond

The journey upstream begins in Long Beach, where the river meets the ocean. Here, you'll find a mix of bridges for cars and trains. As the river flows north, it passes through cities like Compton, Paramount, and South Gate.

Connecting Downtown Los Angeles

As the river gets closer to Downtown Los Angeles, you'll see many historic bridges. These bridges were built a long time ago and are important landmarks. They connect the busy downtown area with other neighborhoods.

Bridges in Northern Los Angeles

Further north, the river winds through neighborhoods like Chinatown, Cypress Park, and Atwater Village. Here, you'll find more historic bridges and modern pedestrian crossings.

Crossings in the San Fernando Valley

The Los Angeles River continues into the San Fernando Valley, where it becomes a more natural riverbed in some places. Many bridges here connect the communities of Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Reseda, Winnetka, and Canoga Park.

Images for kids

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  The Queensway Twin Bridges in Long Beach.

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  The East 26th Street bridge over the Los Angeles River.

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  The Washington Boulevard bridge.

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  The East 9th Street bridge, carrying Olympic Boulevard.

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  The Interstate 10 (Santa Monica Freeway) bridge.

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  The East 7th Street bridge.

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  The Sixth Street Bridge.

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  The East 4th Street bridge.

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  The East 1st Street bridge.

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  The US-101 (Santa Ana Freeway) bridge.

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  The Macy Street Bridge, carrying Cesar E. Chavez Avenue.

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  A Metrolink train crossing the Los Angeles River.

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  The North Main Street bridge.

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  The North Spring Street bridge.

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  The North Broadway bridge.

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  The Metro A Line (Gold Line) crossing the Los Angeles River.

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  The Figueroa Street Viaduct.

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  The Dayton Avenue Bridge (now demolished).

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  The Fletcher Drive bridge.

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  Part of the Glendale-Hyperion Bridge.

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  The Sunnynook Drive Pedestrian Bridge.

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  The Colorado Street Freeway Extension bridge.

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  The CA-134 (Ventura Freeway) bridge.

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  The I-5 (Golden State Freeway) bridge.

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  The Riverside Drive bridge.

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  The Mariposa Equestrian Bridge.

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  The Barham Boulevard and Olive Avenue bridge.

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  The Cahuenga Boulevard and Lankershim Boulevard bridge.

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  The US-101 (Hollywood Freeway) bridge.

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  The Los Angeles River near the White Oak Avenue bridge.

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  Bridges from the mouth of the Los Angeles River up to the West Willow Street Bridge in Long Beach, looking north.

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  Bridges from Imperial Highway to Florence Avenue in South Gate and Bell Gardens, looking south.

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  Bridges from Gage Avenue to South Atlantic Boulevard in and around Bell, looking southeast.

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  Bridges from a railroad bridge to South Soto Street in Vernon, looking north.

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  The Glendale Narrows section from Glendale Freeway to Riverside Drive Bridges, looking north.

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