SR 261 over Tucannon River
GoodColumbia County, Washington · 10.3 N JCT US 12 · Structure no. 000000ON0000000
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 213 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 485
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 261 over Tucannon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 261 over Tucannon River in Columbia County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 485 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 471 by 2039. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 261 over Tucannon River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 261 over Tucannon River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does SR 261 over Tucannon River carry?
About 485 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SR 261 over Tucannon River?
The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SR 261 over Tucannon River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.