US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-R43.84-LA · Structure no. 53 0730

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
383 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
281,078
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 281,078 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 346,331 by 2043. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 196 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesMetrolink UP RR San Frnd
Location07-LA-005-R43.84-LA
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.31455, -118.48894
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating58.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length383 ft (116.7 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width196 ft (59.6 m)
Roadway width193 ft (58.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic281,078 (2018)
Projected traffic346,331 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd carry?

About 281,078 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd?

The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 196 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Frnd?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.