Merion Road over Potholes East Canal
GoodPosted for loadFranklin County, Washington · 1.28NJCT R 325 · Structure no. 080925000000000
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 52
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merion Road over Potholes East Canal is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Merion Road over Potholes East Canal in Franklin County, Washington. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 52 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 Merion Road over Potholes East Canal built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merion Road over Potholes East Canal 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 November 2022.
How much traffic does Merion Road over Potholes East Canal carry?
About 52 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.
How long is Merion Road over Potholes East Canal?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Merion Road over Potholes East Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.