US Bridges

US 101 over Mill Creek

Good

Clallam County, Washington · 6.1 N Jefferson CO · Structure no. 0011752A0000000

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,440
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Mill Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 101 over Mill Creek in Clallam County, Washington. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 2,440 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,451 by 2039. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesMill Creek
Location6.1 N Jefferson CO
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.93872, -124.38883
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,440 (2023)
Projected traffic3,451 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Mill 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 101 over Mill Creek carry?

About 2,440 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Mill Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.