Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek
FairSan Joaquin County, California · 10-SJ-005-1.10 · Structure no. 29 0117L
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,400
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek in San Joaquin County, California. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 5 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 11,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,276 by 2046. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek carry?
About 11,400 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate RTE 5 S over Hospital Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.