Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek
GoodCowlitz County, Washington · 0.01 N Abernathy RD (3.2) · Structure no. 086834000000000
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 84 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 15 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 25 by 2040. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wiest RD over Abernathy 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek carry?
About 15 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Wiest RD over Abernathy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.