US Bridges

US 101 over Harlow Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Washington · 2.5 N Grays Hbr CO · Structure no. 0019398A0000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
134 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,137
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Harlow Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 101 over Harlow Creek in Jefferson County, Washington. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,137 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,685 by 2038. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 37 ft wide.

CarriesUS 101
CrossesHarlow Creek
Location2.5 N Grays Hbr CO
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.54168, -124.26997
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.2 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length134 ft (40.8 m)
Longest span128 ft (39 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,137 (2023)
Projected traffic5,685 by 2038
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$2.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Harlow Creek built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Harlow 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 101 over Harlow Creek carry?

About 1,137 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Harlow Creek?

The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 128 ft (39 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Harlow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.