US Bridges

SR 112 over Bullman Creek

Good

Clallam County, Washington · 1.5 E Makah Res · Structure no. 0006391A0000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
95 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
881
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 112 over Bullman Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 112 over Bullman Creek in Clallam County, Washington. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 881 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,121 by 2039. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 112
CrossesBullman Creek
Location1.5 E Makah Res
RouteState Highway 112
Coordinates48.34833, -124.53181
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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic881 (2023)
Projected traffic1,121 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$1.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 112 over Bullman Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 112 over Bullman 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 Bullman Creek carry?

About 881 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 112 over Bullman Creek?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 112 over Bullman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.