US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Golf Creek

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-25.55-LA · Structure no. 53 1297

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
264,292
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Golf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Golf Creek in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 68 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 264,292 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 299,186 by 2041. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 194 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesGolf Creek
Location07-LA-005-25.55-LA
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.13763, -118.27623
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable 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 typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width194 ft (59.1 m)
Roadway width160 ft (48.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic264,292 (2018)
Projected traffic299,186 by 2041
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure10
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 over Golf Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Golf Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Golf Creek carry?

About 264,292 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Golf Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 194 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Golf Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.