US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-R55.28 · Structure no. 53 1871M

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
134,090
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain in Los Angeles County, California. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 134,090 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 202,800 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 220 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesNewhall Ranch Drain
Location07-LA-005-R55.28
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.43753, -118.59528
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width220 ft (67 m)
Roadway width172 ft (52.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic134,090 (2018)
Projected traffic202,800 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure9
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain carry?

About 134,090 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 220 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Newhall Ranch Drain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.