US Bridges

Old Inland Empire over I-82

Good

Benton County, Washington · 5.7 E Yakima CO LN · Structure no. 0010603A0000000

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
206 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,287
2002 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Inland Empire over I-82 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old Inland Empire over I-82 in Benton County, Washington. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 4,287 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,328 by 2036. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesOld Inland Empire
CrossesI-82
Location5.7 E Yakima CO LN
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates46.22101, -119.76857
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating80 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,287 (2002)
Projected traffic6,328 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$4.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Inland Empire over I-82 built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Inland Empire over I-82 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 April 2022.

How much traffic does Old Inland Empire over I-82 carry?

About 4,287 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Old Inland Empire over I-82?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Old Inland Empire over I-82?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.