University Way over B.N. Railroad
PoorKittitas County, Washington · 00.09 S Reecer CR RD · Structure no. 084564000000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,962
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
University Way over B.N. Railroad is a concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying University Way over B.N. Railroad 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 8,962 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,778 by 2038. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University Way over B.N. Railroad built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is University Way over B.N. Railroad in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does University Way over B.N. Railroad carry?
About 8,962 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is University Way over B.N. Railroad?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns University Way over B.N. Railroad?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.