Interstate 5 over Bird Creek
GoodYolo County, California · 03-YOL-005-R23.23 · Structure no. 22 0171
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2014 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Interstate 5 over Bird Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 5 over Bird Creek in Yolo County, California. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,210 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Interstate 5 over Bird Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Interstate 5 over Bird Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Interstate 5 over Bird Creek carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is Interstate 5 over Bird Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Interstate 5 over Bird Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.