I-5 over Owl Creek
GoodCowlitz County, Washington · 14.7 N JCT SR 503 · Structure no. 0009136B0000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 128 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,932
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-5 over Owl Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-5 over Owl Creek in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 36,932 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,939 by 2039. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-5 over Owl Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-5 over Owl 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I-5 over Owl Creek carry?
About 36,932 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is I-5 over Owl Creek?
The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns I-5 over Owl Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.