US Bridges

Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR

Good

Cowlitz County, Washington · 0.36 S Industrial (sr 432 · Structure no. 087201000000000

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
123 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,250
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 4,250 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,657 by 2040. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesFibre Way
CrossesPort of Longview RR
Location0.36 S Industrial (sr 432
RouteCounty Highway 10310
Coordinates46.06083, -122.93583
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating23.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,250 (2019)
Projected traffic5,657 by 2040
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR carry?

About 4,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Fibre Way over Port of Longview RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.