US Bridges

US 101 over Cedar CR

Fair

Jefferson County, Washington · 13.4 N Grays Hbr CO · Structure no. 0007346A0000000

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,151
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Cedar CR is a concrete culvert carrying US 101 over Cedar CR in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,151 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,814 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesCedar CR
Location13.4 N Grays Hbr CO
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.71, -124.41111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,151 (2023)
Projected traffic1,814 by 2039
Trucks23%
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$399,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Cedar CR built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Cedar CR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 101 over Cedar CR carry?

About 1,151 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Cedar CR?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns US 101 over Cedar CR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.