California Ave over Interstate 5
GoodFresno County, California · 06-FRE-005-55.57 · Structure no. 42 0251
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 222 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1998 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
California Ave over Interstate 5 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying California Ave over Interstate 5 in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 77 by 2041. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was California Ave over Interstate 5 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is California Ave over Interstate 5 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does California Ave over Interstate 5 carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is California Ave over Interstate 5?
The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 109 ft (33.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns California Ave over Interstate 5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.