Interstate 5 over Smith Creek
FairYolo County, California · 03-YOL-005-R16.74 · Structure no. 22 0009R
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,750
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Smith Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Interstate 5 over Smith Creek in Yolo County, California. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 11,750 vehicles a day, projected to reach 27,892 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 41 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Smith 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Smith Creek carry?
About 11,750 vehicles per day (2014 count).
How long is Interstate 5 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Interstate 5 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.