Interstate 5 over Schramm Creek
FairTehama County, California · 02-TEH-005-R6.24 · Structure no. 08 0140
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,600
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Schramm Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Schramm Creek in Tehama County, California. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 24,600 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,035 by 2046. The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Schramm Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Schramm 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 Schramm Creek carry?
About 24,600 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Schramm Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Schramm Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.