US Bridges

I-82 over Coleman Creek

Good

Kittitas County, Washington · 3.0 E JCT I-90 · Structure no. 002000990000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
66 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,791
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-82 over Coleman Creek is a steel culvert carrying I-82 over Coleman Creek in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 9,791 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,225 by 2039. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesI-82
CrossesColeman Creek
Location3.0 E JCT I-90
RouteInterstate 82
Coordinates46.93627, -120.50653
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,791 (2023)
Projected traffic12,225 by 2039
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$1.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-82 over Coleman Creek built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-82 over Coleman 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 February 2022.

How much traffic does I-82 over Coleman Creek carry?

About 9,791 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is I-82 over Coleman Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-82 over Coleman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.