Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-005-R10.68 · Structure no. 08 0134
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek in Tehama 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,838 by 2046. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Kopta Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Kopta 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Kopta Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.