Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut
FairSan Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-005-R13.01 · Structure no. 29 0032R
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 458 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71,500
- 2010 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 71,500 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 143,722 by 2043. The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 NB over Paradise Cut built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut carry?
About 71,500 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut?
The structure is 458 ft (139.6 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 NB over Paradise Cut?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.