South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access
FairGarfield County, Washington · Lower Granite Dam · Structure no. CEPNPWWA0LGRSAR
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 737 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2012 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access in Garfield County, Washington. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 150 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2045. The structure is 737 ft (224.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access?
The structure is 737 ft (224.7 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns South Shore Bridge over South Shore Access?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).