US Bridges

Sylvester ST over US 395

Good

Franklin County, Washington · 0.7 N Benton CO · Structure no. 0007819A0000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
254 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,960
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sylvester ST over US 395 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sylvester ST over US 395 in Franklin County, Washington. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 9,960 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,546 by 2036. The structure is 254 ft (77.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSylvester ST
CrossesUS 395
Location0.7 N Benton CO
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates46.23419, -119.13233
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length254 ft (77.3 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,960 (2012)
Projected traffic13,546 by 2036
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Sylvester ST over US 395 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sylvester ST over US 395 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Sylvester ST over US 395 carry?

About 9,960 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Sylvester ST over US 395?

The structure is 254 ft (77.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Sylvester ST over US 395?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.