US Bridges

US 101 over Salmon Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Washington · 7.8 S Clallam CO · Structure no. 0013073A0000000

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
122 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,724
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Salmon Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 101 over Salmon Creek in Jefferson 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.

It carries about 13,724 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,290 by 2039. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesSalmon Creek
Location7.8 S Clallam CO
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.98908, -122.88956
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length122 ft (37.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,724 (2023)
Projected traffic18,290 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Salmon Creek built?

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

What condition is US 101 over Salmon Creek 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 Salmon Creek carry?

About 13,724 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Salmon Creek?

The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Salmon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.