US Bridges

SR 127 over Deadman Creek

Good

Garfield County, Washington · 9.1 N JCT US 12 · Structure no. 000000OQ0000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
184 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
929
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 127 over Deadman Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 127 over Deadman Creek in Garfield County, Washington. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 929 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 916 by 2039. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 127
CrossesDeadman Creek
Location9.1 N JCT US 12
RouteState Highway 127
Coordinates46.61691, -117.79256
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length184 ft (56.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic929 (2023)
Projected traffic916 by 2039
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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$3.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 127 over Deadman Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 127 over Deadman Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 127 over Deadman Creek carry?

About 929 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is SR 127 over Deadman Creek?

The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 127 over Deadman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.