US Bridges

SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge

Good

Jefferson County, Washington · 2.2 E JCT US 101 · Structure no. 0005377A0000000

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
72 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,930
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5,930 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,822 by 2039. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesSR 20
CrossesEaglemount Half Bridge
Location2.2 E JCT US 101
RouteState Highway 20
Coordinates47.99583, -122.84611
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.5 US tons
Inventory rating20.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,930 (2023)
Projected traffic7,822 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge 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 SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge carry?

About 5,930 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns SR 20 over Eaglemount Half Bridge?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.