US Bridges

SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal

Poor

Jefferson County, Washington · 13.7 E JCT US 101 · Structure no. 0011964A0000000

Built
1982
43 years old, rebuilt 2009
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2024
Type
Other
Prestressed Concrete
Length
3,750 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,159
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal is a prestressed concrete other carrying SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 1982 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 43 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 18,159 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,741 by 2039. The structure is 3,750 ft (1,143 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 104 Westhalf
CrossesHood Canal
Location13.7 E JCT US 101
RouteState Highway 104
Coordinates47.86566, -122.63471
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeOther
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length3,750 ft (1,143 m)
Longest span3,750 ft (1,143 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,159 (2023)
Projected traffic24,741 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$74.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.

What condition is SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal carry?

About 18,159 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal?

The structure is 3,750 ft (1,143 m) long with a longest span of 3,750 ft (1,143 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 104 Westhalf over Hood Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.