US Bridges

I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib

Good

Kittitas County, Washington · 11.0 E JCT SR 970 · Structure no. 002003780000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,959
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib is a concrete culvert carrying I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 14,959 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,102 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-90 WB
CrossesTaneum CR Trib
Location11.0 E JCT SR 970
RouteInterstate 90
Coordinates47.08561, -120.74106
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,959 (2023)
Projected traffic18,102 by 2039
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$445,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib 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 2023.

How much traffic does I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib carry?

About 14,959 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m).

Who owns I-90 WB over Taneum CR Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.