US Bridges

Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek

Fair

Shasta County, California · 02-SHA-005-R25.05 · Structure no. 06 0110

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
41 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,500
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,136 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesW Fk Stillwater Creek
Location02-SHA-005-R25.05
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates40.71806, -122.32929
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,500 (2009)
Projected traffic38,136 by 2042
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek carry?

About 19,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Interstate 5 over W Fk Stillwater Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.