US Bridges

SR 21 over Granite Creek

Good

Ferry County, Washington · 53.0 N Lincoln CO · Structure no. 0015809A0000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
406
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 21 over Granite Creek is a concrete frame carrying SR 21 over Granite Creek in Ferry County, Washington. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 406 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 553 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesSR 21
CrossesGranite Creek
Location53.0 N Lincoln CO
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates48.63394, -118.72983
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic406 (2023)
Projected traffic553 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$349,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 21 over Granite Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 21 over Granite 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 21 over Granite Creek carry?

About 406 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 21 over Granite Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 21 over Granite Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.