University Way over Whiskey Creek
FairKittitas County, Washington · 0.0N Ew CENS341818 · Structure no. 087422000000000
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,706
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
University Way over Whiskey Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying University Way over Whiskey Creek in Kittitas County, Washington. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 11,706 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,394 by 2039. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 61 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was University Way over Whiskey Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is University Way over Whiskey 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 Whiskey Creek carry?
About 11,706 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is University Way over Whiskey Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns University Way over Whiskey Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.