US Bridges

Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero

Fair

Fresno County, California · 06-FRE-005-7.96 · Structure no. 42 0412L

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
255 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero in Fresno County, California. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the California average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,777 by 2043. The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 5 SB
CrossesArroyo Pasajero
Location06-FRE-005-7.96
RouteInterstate 5
CountyFresno County
StateCalifornia
Coordinates36.16629, -120.18515
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length255 ft (77.7 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2009)
Projected traffic18,777 by 2043
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero?

The structure is 255 ft (77.7 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 SB over Arroyo Pasajero?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.