US Bridges

Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private)

Good

Stanislaus County, California · 10-STA-005-3.99 · Structure no. 38 0104L

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
82 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,500
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private) is a concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private) in Stanislaus County, California. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,430 by 2046. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesInterstate 5 SB
CrossesShiells RD (private)
Location10-STA-005-3.99
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates37.30414, -121.10389
Functional classRural 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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,500 (2009)
Projected traffic25,430 by 2046
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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 Shiells RD (private) built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private) 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 SB over Shiells RD (private) carry?

About 17,500 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private)?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Interstate 5 SB over Shiells RD (private)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.