Powell RD over I-5
GoodCowlitz County, Washington · 9.3 N JCT SR 4 · Structure no. 0009580C0000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 360 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 771
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powell RD over I-5 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Powell RD over I-5 in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 771 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,018 by 2040. The structure is 360 ft (109.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Powell RD over I-5 built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powell RD over I-5 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Powell RD over I-5 carry?
About 771 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Powell RD over I-5?
The structure is 360 ft (109.8 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (37 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Powell RD over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.