IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River
FairPosted for loadClallam County, Washington · 8 KM S.W. of Neah Bay · Structure no. 00000000000P071
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 226 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River in Clallam County, Washington. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 2001, 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2039. The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes 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 2024.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River?
The structure is 226 ft (68.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 1 over Sooes River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.