US Bridges

I-5 over Todd RD

Good

Cowlitz County, Washington · 6.6 N JCT SR 503 · Structure no. 0008759A0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
168 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35,483
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-5 over Todd RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-5 over Todd RD in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 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 35,483 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,815 by 2039. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 55 ft wide.

CarriesI-5
CrossesTodd RD
Location6.6 N JCT SR 503
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates45.98025, -122.82454
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,483 (2023)
Projected traffic45,815 by 2039
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-5 over Todd RD built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-5 over Todd RD 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does I-5 over Todd RD carry?

About 35,483 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I-5 over Todd RD?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I-5 over Todd RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.