Sparks Road West over Kachess River
GoodKittitas County, Washington · 00.85 W Sparks Road · Structure no. 079988000000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 99 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 353
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sparks Road West over Kachess River is a concrete tee beam carrying Sparks Road West over Kachess River in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 353 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 959 by 2038. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sparks Road West over Kachess River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sparks Road West over Kachess River 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 Sparks Road West over Kachess River carry?
About 353 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Sparks Road West over Kachess River?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Sparks Road West over Kachess River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.