US Bridges

Fallert RD over Kalama River

Fair

Cowlitz County, Washington · 0.03 E Kal Riv RD (4.41) · Structure no. 084563000000000

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
213 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
200
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fallert RD over Kalama River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Fallert RD over Kalama River in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2039. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesFallert RD
CrossesKalama River
Location0.03 E Kal Riv RD (4.41)
RouteCounty Highway 35600
CountyCowlitz County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.04722, -122.78444
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length213 ft (64.9 m)
Longest span197 ft (60 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.1 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2021)
Projected traffic230 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$5.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fallert RD over Kalama River built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fallert RD over Kalama River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does Fallert RD over Kalama River carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Fallert RD over Kalama River?

The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 197 ft (60 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns Fallert RD over Kalama River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.