US Bridges

US 101 over Lost Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Washington · 22.4 N Grays Hbr CO · Structure no. 0015390A0000000

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
236 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,169
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Lost Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 101 over Lost Creek in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,169 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,872 by 2039. The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesLost Creek
Location22.4 N Grays Hbr CO
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.78192, -124.27036
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length236 ft (71.9 m)
Longest span127 ft (38.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,169 (2023)
Projected traffic1,872 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Lost Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Lost 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 101 over Lost Creek carry?

About 1,169 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Lost Creek?

The structure is 236 ft (71.9 m) long with a longest span of 127 ft (38.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Lost Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.