Farm Access over Potholes East Canal
FairPosted for loadFranklin County, Washington · Potholes East Canal Later · Structure no. 11PECL0024
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Reclamation
About this bridge
Farm Access over Potholes East Canal is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Farm Access 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Farm Access over Potholes East Canal built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Farm Access over Potholes East Canal in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Farm Access over Potholes East Canal carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is Farm Access over Potholes East Canal?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Farm Access over Potholes East Canal?
It is owned by the Bureau of Reclamation and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).