Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek
FairPosted for loadGarfield County, Washington · 3.6 N JCT SR 12 · Structure no. 083247000000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek is a concrete slab carrying Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek in Garfield County, Washington. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 80 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2036. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Bell Plain RD over South Meadow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.