US 101 over Hoquiam River
PoorGrays Harbor County, Washington · 3.3 N JCT US 12 · Structure no. 0008574A0000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Movable - Lift
- Steel
- Length
- 465 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,233
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 101 over Hoquiam River is a steel movable - lift carrying US 101 over Hoquiam River in Grays Harbor County, Washington. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 13,233 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,474 by 2039. The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 101 over Hoquiam River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 101 over Hoquiam River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 101 over Hoquiam River carry?
About 13,233 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 101 over Hoquiam River?
The structure is 465 ft (141.7 m) long with a longest span of 213 ft (64.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 101 over Hoquiam River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.