US Bridges

SR 207 over Wenatchee River

Poor

Chelan County, Washington · 4.2 N JCT US 2 · Structure no. 0002657A0000000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected April 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
216 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,805
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 207 over Wenatchee River is a steel truss - thru carrying SR 207 over Wenatchee River in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 1,805 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,853 by 2039. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 207
CrossesWenatchee River
Location4.2 N JCT US 2
RouteState Highway 207
CountyChelan County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.80958, -120.71511
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length216 ft (65.8 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.4 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,805 (2023)
Projected traffic1,853 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
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$3.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 207 over Wenatchee River built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 207 over Wenatchee River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 207 over Wenatchee River carry?

About 1,805 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 207 over Wenatchee River?

The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns SR 207 over Wenatchee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.