US Bridges

SR 112 over Creek

Good

Clallam County, Washington · 16.5 E Makah Res · Structure no. 000000EE0000000

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
59 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,719
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 112 over Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 112 over Creek in Clallam County, Washington. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older 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 1,719 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,185 by 2039. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 112
CrossesCreek
Location16.5 E Makah Res
RouteState Highway 112
Coordinates48.25313, -124.26608
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating50 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,719 (2023)
Projected traffic2,185 by 2039
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$841,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 112 over Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 112 over Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 112 over Creek carry?

About 1,719 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is SR 112 over Creek?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 112 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.