US Bridges

Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp

Good

Shasta County, California · 02-SHA-005-R15.56-RDG · Structure no. 06 0127L

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2012
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
131 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,509
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 60 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 26,509 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,069 by 2045. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesInterstate 5 SB
CrossesN5-W44 Connector Ramp
Location02-SHA-005-R15.56-RDG
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates40.58705, -122.36059
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.3 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length131 ft (39.9 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,509 (2014)
Projected traffic46,069 by 2045
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.

What condition is Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp carry?

About 26,509 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp?

The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 SB over N5-W44 Connector Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.