US Bridges

SR 97 over Mill Creek

Good

Kittitas County, Washington · 9.5 N JCT SR 970 · Structure no. 0019274A0000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,941
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 97 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 97 over Mill Creek in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 5,941 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,508 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long.

CarriesSR 97
CrossesMill Creek
Location9.5 N JCT SR 970
RouteState Highway 97
Coordinates47.32549, -120.67256
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.2 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,941 (2023)
Projected traffic7,508 by 2039
Trucks22%
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$452,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 97 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 97 over Mill 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 97 over Mill Creek carry?

About 5,941 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is SR 97 over Mill Creek?

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

Who owns SR 97 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.