SR 281 over West Canal
GoodGrant County, Washington · 9.9 N JCT I-90 · Structure no. 000000LZ0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,745
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 281 over West Canal is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 281 over West Canal in Grant County, Washington. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 75 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 8,745 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,788 by 2039. The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 281 over West Canal built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is SR 281 over West Canal 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SR 281 over West Canal carry?
About 8,745 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is SR 281 over West Canal?
The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 281 over West Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.