Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek
GoodOrange County, California · 12-ORA-005-20.49-IRVN · Structure no. 55 0072
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 59 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 259,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek in Orange County, California. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 67 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 259,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 372,586 by 2046. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Interstate 5 over San Diego 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek carry?
About 259,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over San Diego Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.