Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk
GoodTehama County, California · 02-TEH-005-31.75 · Structure no. 08 0026L
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 171 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,982 by 2046. The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk carry?
About 19,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk?
The structure is 171 ft (52.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 SB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.