I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR
FairWhatcom County, Washington · 0.6 N JCT SR 542 · Structure no. 0005666B0000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 291 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 39,925
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 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 39,925 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,693 by 2039. The structure is 291 ft (88.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR carry?
About 39,925 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR?
The structure is 291 ft (88.6 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns I-5 over Orchard Dr/Squalicum CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.