US Bridges

University Way over Currier Creek

FairPosted for load

Kittitas County, Washington · .40 W Dry CR Conn · Structure no. 085596000000000

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
82 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,845
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Way over Currier Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying University Way over Currier Creek in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,845 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,658 by 2039. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUniversity Way
CrossesCurrier Creek
Location.40 W Dry CR Conn
RouteCity Street 380
Coordinates47.00809, -120.58207
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating24 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,845 (2019)
Projected traffic11,658 by 2039
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was University Way over Currier Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is University Way over Currier Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.

How much traffic does University Way over Currier Creek carry?

About 7,845 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is University Way over Currier Creek?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns University Way over Currier Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.