US Bridges

SR 26 over US 395

Good

Adams County, Washington · JCT US 395 · Structure no. 0014470A0000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
258 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,465
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 26 over US 395 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 26 over US 395 in Adams County, Washington. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 2,465 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,798 by 2039. The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 26
CrossesUS 395
LocationJCT US 395
RouteState Highway 26
Coordinates46.79083, -118.75047
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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94 US tons
Inventory rating56 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length258 ft (78.6 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,465 (2023)
Projected traffic2,798 by 2039
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 26 over US 395 built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 26 over US 395 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 26 over US 395 carry?

About 2,465 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is SR 26 over US 395?

The structure is 258 ft (78.6 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 26 over US 395?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.