Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek
FairShasta County, California · 02-SHA-005-R17.13-RDG · Structure no. 06 0167
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 53,000
- 2009 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek in Shasta County, California. It was built in 1965, 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 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 53,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 93,145 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Boulder 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek carry?
About 53,000 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Boulder Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.