US Bridges

Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork

Good

Cowlitz County, Washington · 1.48 N Rose Vly (mp 5.14) · Structure no. 087284000000000

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
410
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork in Cowlitz County, Washington. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 410 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 560 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesGoble CR Loop RD S
CrossesGoble Creek South Fork
Location1.48 N Rose Vly (mp 5.14)
RouteCounty Highway 49671
Coordinates46.12028, -122.77083
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic410 (2023)
Projected traffic560 by 2043
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork 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 Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork carry?

About 410 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns Goble CR Loop RD S over Goble Creek South Fork?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.