Saturday, November 22, 2025

Altadena Bridge Damaged in Eaton Fire Reopens

CITY NEWS SERVICE

The Lincoln Avenue Bridge, which has been closed in Altadena since May due to concerns about damage originally suffered in the Eaton Fire, has reopened with a temporary structure, county Supervisor Kathryn Barger announced Friday.

Lincoln Avenue between Altadena Drive and Palm Street was closed in May when inspectors noted new cracking and other damage on the bridge. The bridge had already been given a 7-ton weight restriction after the Eaton Fire in January, but the new damage necessitated the closure so repairs can be made.

According to Barger, a temporary bridge has now been completed, allowing the reopening of the roadway.

“I am pleased to see our community’s bridge reopened,” Barger said in a statement. “Lincoln Avenue Bridge is a key connector along the Lincoln Avenue corridor. Reopening it means Altadena residents will have easier access to Loma Alta Park and nearby neighborhoods. It’s a big deal.”

The county Department of Public Works will soon begin working on a permanent bridge replacement. According to Barger, the project planning “will undergo additional community engagement and outreach to ensure the new structure meets local needs.”