US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel

Good

Los Angeles County, California · 07-LA-005-R84.90 · Structure no. 53 2185M

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
75,415
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel is a concrete culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel 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 75,415 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 159,299 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 215 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesGorman Creek Channel
Location07-LA-005-R84.90
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates34.79189, -118.83416
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width215 ft (65.5 m)
Roadway width143 ft (43.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75,415 (2018)
Projected traffic159,299 by 2041
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel built?

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

What condition is Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel 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 over Gorman Creek Channel carry?

About 75,415 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 215 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Gorman Creek Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.