US Bridges

3rd Street over Pataha Creek

Good

Garfield County, Washington · 0.15 S US 12 on 3rd · Structure no. 086140000000000

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
400
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

3rd Street over Pataha Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying 3rd Street over Pataha Creek in Garfield County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 440 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Carries3rd Street
CrossesPataha Creek
Location0.15 S US 12 on 3rd
RouteCity Street 30
Coordinates46.47424, -117.60746
Functional classRural Local

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (2020)
Projected traffic440 by 2040
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$650,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 3rd Street over Pataha Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is 3rd Street over Pataha 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 3rd Street over Pataha Creek carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 3rd Street over Pataha Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns 3rd Street over Pataha Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.