IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River
PoorPosted for loadClallam County, Washington · 4 KM S.W. of Neah Bay · Structure no. 00000000000P061
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 176 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River in Clallam County, Washington. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 4 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2039. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River?
The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 1 over Wa-Atch River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.