US Bridges

US 395 over Dry Gulch

Good

Franklin County, Washington · 0.9 N JCT SR 260 · Structure no. 0007847A0000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
119 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,861
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 395 over Dry Gulch is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 395 over Dry Gulch 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 4,861 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,821 by 2039. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 395
CrossesDry Gulch
Location0.9 N JCT SR 260
RouteU.S. Route 395
Coordinates46.66319, -118.84991
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
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 rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length119 ft (36.3 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,861 (2023)
Projected traffic5,821 by 2039
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 395 over Dry Gulch built?

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

What condition is US 395 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 395 over Dry Gulch carry?

About 4,861 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 395 over Dry Gulch?

The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 395 over Dry Gulch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.