Interstate 5 over Salt Creek
GoodShasta County, California · 02-SHA-005-R20.80 · Structure no. 06 0018
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,500
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Salt Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Salt Creek in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 72 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 29,500 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,414 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Salt 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Salt Creek carry?
About 29,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.