US Bridges

US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee

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Adams County, Washington · 15.6 N JCT SR 26 · Structure no. 0005333B0000000

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,494
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee in Adams County, Washington. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 4,494 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,245 by 2039. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 32 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesUS 395 (sb Only)
CrossesLind Coulee
Location15.6 N JCT SR 26
RouteU.S. Route 395
CountyAdams County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.96706, -118.56997
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating32.8 US tons
Inventory rating25.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,494 (2023)
Projected traffic5,245 by 2039
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee carry?

About 4,494 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 395 (sb Only) over Lind Coulee?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.