US Bridges

Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-R81.47 · Structure no. 53 1798R

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
201 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35,890
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 35,890 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,346 by 2041. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 5 NB
CrossesW138-S5 Connector Ramp
Location07-LA-005-R81.47
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.75856, -118.79566
Functional classRural 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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.8 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length201 ft (61.3 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,890 (2018)
Projected traffic62,346 by 2041
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp carry?

About 35,890 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp?

The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 NB over W138-S5 Connector Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.