US Bridges

M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal

Good

Grant County, Washington · M SW 1.4 N of 24 SW · Structure no. 083361000000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
157
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal in Grant County, Washington. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 157 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesM RD SW
CrossesWahluke Branch Canal
LocationM SW 1.4 N of 24 SW
RouteCounty Highway 10610
Coordinates46.7564, -119.7678
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating52.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic157 (2020)
Projected traffic225 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$694,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is M RD SW over Wahluke Branch 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal carry?

About 157 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns M RD SW over Wahluke Branch Canal?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.