US 97 over Dry Gulch
GoodDouglas County, Washington · 3.9 N JCT US 97 Spur · Structure no. 0001743A0000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,738
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 over Dry Gulch is a concrete tee beam carrying US 97 over Dry Gulch in Douglas County, Washington. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 92 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 5,738 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,667 by 2039. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 over Dry Gulch built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 97 over Dry Gulch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 97 over Dry Gulch carry?
About 5,738 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 97 over Dry Gulch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 over Dry Gulch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.