US Bridges

Interstate 5 over Sacramento River

Good

Shasta County, California · 02-SHA-005-R6.98-AND · Structure no. 06 0128

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
617 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
51,000
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 over Sacramento River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 5 over Sacramento River in Shasta County, California. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 51,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 91,098 by 2045. The structure is 617 ft (188 m) long and 131 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesInterstate 5
CrossesSacramento River
Location02-SHA-005-R6.98-AND
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates40.47124, -122.31012
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length617 ft (188 m)
Longest span154 ft (47 m)
Deck width131 ft (40 m)
Roadway width126 ft (38.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic51,000 (2014)
Projected traffic91,098 by 2045
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 Sacramento River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 over Sacramento River 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 over Sacramento River carry?

About 51,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 over Sacramento River?

The structure is 617 ft (188 m) long with a longest span of 154 ft (47 m) and a deck 131 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 over Sacramento River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.