US Bridges

I-90 over Paha Coulee

Good

Adams County, Washington · 13.1 E JCT SR 21 · Structure no. 002000620000000

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,150
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-90 over Paha Coulee is a concrete culvert carrying I-90 over Paha Coulee in Adams County, Washington. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 6,150 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,018 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

CarriesI-90
CrossesPaha Coulee
Location13.1 E JCT SR 21
RouteInterstate 90
Coordinates47.11103, -118.40906
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating106.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,150 (2023)
Projected traffic7,018 by 2039
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$690,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-90 over Paha Coulee built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-90 over Paha 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does I-90 over Paha Coulee carry?

About 6,150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is I-90 over Paha Coulee?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-90 over Paha Coulee?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.