SR 504 over Elk Creek
GoodCowlitz County, Washington · 17.1 E JCT SR 504 SP · Structure no. 0013731A0000000
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 726 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 585
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 504 over Elk Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 504 over Elk Creek in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 585 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 801 by 2039. The structure is 726 ft (221.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 504 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 504 over Elk 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 504 over Elk Creek carry?
About 585 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 504 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 726 ft (221.3 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns SR 504 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.