Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br
FairKootenai County, Idaho · Post Falls Scl · Structure no. 000000000020440
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 900 ft
- 14 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Local
- Other Local Agency
About this bridge
Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br in Kootenai County, Idaho. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,600 by 2042. The structure is 900 ft (274.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br?
The structure is 900 ft (274.3 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Sma 7505;N Spokane over Spokane R.;post Falls Br?
It is owned by the Other Local Agency.