US Bridges

US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal

Good

Benton County, Washington · 4.9 N JCT I-82 · Structure no. 0011324B0000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
654 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
25,140
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal in Benton County, Washington. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 25,140 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,090 by 2039. The structure is 654 ft (199.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 395
CrossesNp UPRR & Columbia Canal
Location4.9 N JCT I-82
RouteU.S. Route 395
Coordinates46.2154, -119.14375
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length654 ft (199.3 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,140 (2023)
Projected traffic31,090 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$18.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal 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 US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal carry?

About 25,140 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal?

The structure is 654 ft (199.3 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns US 395 over Np UPRR & Columbia Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.