Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow
GoodSan Diego County, California · 11-SD-005-5.09-SD · Structure no. 57 0263
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 290 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 143,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow in San Diego County, California. It was built in 1952 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 73 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 143,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 200,000 by 2040. The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long and 172 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow carry?
About 143,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow?
The structure is 290 ft (88.4 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 172 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 over Otay River Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.