US Bridges

US 101 over Stevens Creek

Good

Grays Harbor County, Washington · 24.7 N JCT SR 109 · Structure no. 0012926A0000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
140 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,927
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Stevens Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying US 101 over Stevens Creek in Grays Harbor County, Washington. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 1,927 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,157 by 2039. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesStevens Creek
Location24.7 N JCT SR 109
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.26283, -123.92061
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating16.4 US tons
Inventory rating12.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,927 (2023)
Projected traffic2,157 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Stevens Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Stevens Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 101 over Stevens Creek carry?

About 1,927 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Stevens Creek?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Stevens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.