Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River
FairLos Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-7.06-DNY · Structure no. 53 0213
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1965
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 670 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 234,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1965, so it is 72 years old, older 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 234,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 292,762 by 2044. The structure is 670 ft (204.2 m) long and 126 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1965.
What condition is Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River carry?
About 234,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River?
The structure is 670 ft (204.2 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 126 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 over San Gabriel River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.