Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-005-31.75 · Structure no. 08 0026R
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1963
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 136 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk is a concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1963, so it is 85 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 5 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,982 by 2046. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1963.
What condition is Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 NB 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 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 NB over South Fork Blue Tent Crk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.