Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River
FairChelan County, Washington · 00.20N Chelan Falls · Structure no. 083893000000000
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 502 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,089
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River in Chelan County, Washington. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,089 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,562 by 2038. The structure is 502 ft (153 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River carry?
About 1,089 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River?
The structure is 502 ft (153 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Chelan Falls Road over Chelan River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.