First Avenue NW over Dry Creek
FairGrant County, Washington · 0.4 W SR 28 · Structure no. 082005000000000
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,280
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
First Avenue NW over Dry Creek is a steel culvert carrying First Avenue NW over Dry Creek in Grant County, Washington. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 5,280 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,670 by 2040. The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was First Avenue NW over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is First Avenue NW over Dry 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does First Avenue NW over Dry Creek carry?
About 5,280 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is First Avenue NW over Dry Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.8 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.8 m).
Who owns First Avenue NW over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.