SR 240 over Yakima River
GoodBenton County, Washington · 0.4 E JCT I-182 · Structure no. 0016522A0000000
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 695 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,776
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 240 over Yakima River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 240 over Yakima River in Benton County, Washington. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 14,776 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,311 by 2039. The structure is 695 ft (211.7 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 240 over Yakima River built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 240 over Yakima River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 240 over Yakima River carry?
About 14,776 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 240 over Yakima River?
The structure is 695 ft (211.7 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52.1 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.
Who owns SR 240 over Yakima River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.