US Bridges

I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal

Good

Benton County, Washington · 12.1 E JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 0013204B0000000

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2022
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,139
2023 count
Owner
Federal
Bureau of Reclamation

About this bridge

I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal in Benton County, Washington. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 12,139 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,078 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesI-82
CrossesKennewick Main Canal
Location12.1 E JCT SR 22
RouteInterstate 82
Coordinates46.26022, -119.51728
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 inspectionFebruary 2022
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,139 (2023)
Projected traffic14,078 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerBureau of Reclamation
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$1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-82 over Kennewick Main 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 2022.

How much traffic does I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal carry?

About 12,139 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns I-82 over Kennewick Main Canal?

It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the State Highway Agency.