US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Fern

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-34.58-LA · Structure no. 53 1134

Built
1961
64 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
517 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
187,358
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Fern is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Fern in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 64 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 187,358 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 244,492 by 2041. The structure is 517 ft (157.7 m) long and 153 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesMetrolink UP RR San Fern
Location07-LA-005-34.58-LA
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.22694, -118.37911
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length517 ft (157.7 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width153 ft (46.5 m)
Roadway width138 ft (42.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic187,358 (2018)
Projected traffic244,492 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 Fern built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Fern 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 September 2023.

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

About 187,358 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

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

The structure is 517 ft (157.7 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 153 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Metrolink UP RR San Fern?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.