US Bridges

E Marina Way over Columbia River

FairPosted for load

Klickitat County, Washington · Hood River · Structure no. 000000PH0000000

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2022
Type
Movable - Lift
Steel
Length
4,418 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
14,900
2018 count
Owner
Toll Authority
Local Toll Authority

About this bridge

E Marina Way over Columbia River is a steel movable - lift carrying E Marina Way over Columbia River in Klickitat County, Washington. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 14,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,889 by 2037. The structure is 4,418 ft (1,346.6 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesE Marina Way
CrossesColumbia River
LocationHood River
CountyKlickitat County
StateWashington
Coordinates45.71824, -121.4949
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMovable - Lift
MaterialSteel
DeckOpen grating
Main spans19 (+10 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length4,418 ft (1,346.6 m)
Longest span262 ft (79.9 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.9 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,900 (2018)
Projected traffic17,889 by 2037
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerLocal Toll Authority
Maintained byLocal Toll Authority
Historic statusListed on the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$50.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was E Marina Way over Columbia River built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is E Marina Way over Columbia River 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does E Marina Way over Columbia River carry?

About 14,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is E Marina Way over Columbia River?

The structure is 4,418 ft (1,346.6 m) long with a longest span of 262 ft (79.9 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns E Marina Way over Columbia River?

It is owned by the Local Toll Authority.