Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-005-R26.96-RBL · Structure no. 08 0096R
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 700 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 61 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,700 by 2046. The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River 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 Sacramento River carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River?
The structure is 700 ft (213.4 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 NB over Sacramento River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.