US Bridges

US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow

Good

Jefferson County, Washington · 21.4 S JCT SR 104 · Structure no. 0006226B0000000

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
135 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,336
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 3,336 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,570 by 2039. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesDosewallips Overflow
Location21.4 S JCT SR 104
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.6925, -122.89831
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 inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,336 (2023)
Projected traffic4,570 by 2039
Trucks11%
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$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow carry?

About 3,336 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Dosewallips Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.