US Bridges

S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br

PoorClosed to traffic

Kootenai County, Idaho · 1.7 N. 2.4 E. Harrison · Structure no. 000000000030510

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected June 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
302 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
40
2023 count
Owner
Local
Other Local Agency

About this bridge

S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br is a steel truss - thru carrying S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br in Kootenai County, Idaho. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 1 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2039. The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesS Anderson Lake RD
CrossesCda River;springston Br
Location1.7 N. 2.4 E. Harrison
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateIdaho
Coordinates47.47847, -116.733
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure1 Imminent FailureMajor deterioration or section loss present in critical structural components. Bridge is closed to traffic but corrective action may put it back in light service.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Deck geometry0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating8.9 US tons
Inventory rating6.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+9 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length302 ft (92 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck12 ft (3.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2023)
Projected traffic60 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther Local Agency
Maintained byOther Local Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2.3 million (2019 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br?

The structure is 302 ft (92 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns S Anderson Lake RD over Cda River;springston Br?

It is owned by the Other Local Agency.