US Bridges

Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip

GoodPosted for load

Grays Harbor County, Washington · 03.9 N Aberdeen · Structure no. 082876000000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
150 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,651
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,651 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,014 by 2042. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

CarriesWishkah Road
CrossesEllison Dip
Location03.9 N Aberdeen
RouteCounty Highway 94311
Coordinates47.02583, -123.81583
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating36.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHS 15
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,651 (2022)
Projected traffic2,014 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$5.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip built?

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

What condition is Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip 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 2023.

How much traffic does Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip carry?

About 1,651 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Wishkah Road over Ellison Dip?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.