US Bridges

Kartchner ST over US 395

Good

Franklin County, Washington · 1.0 N JCT I-182/SR 397 · Structure no. 0016416A0000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
380 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,407
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Kartchner ST over US 395 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kartchner ST over US 395 in Franklin County, Washington. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,407 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesKartchner ST
CrossesUS 395
Location1.0 N JCT I-182/SR 397
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates46.265, -119.0875
Functional classUrban 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.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating74 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span119 ft (36.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,407 (2012)
Projected traffic—
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$7.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Kartchner ST over US 395 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Kartchner 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Kartchner ST over US 395 carry?

About 2,407 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Kartchner ST over US 395?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Kartchner ST over US 395?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.