US Bridges

SR 14 over Pine Creek

Good

Klickitat County, Washington · 39.3 E JCT US 97 · Structure no. 002000510000000

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,041
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 14 over Pine Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 14 over Pine Creek in Klickitat County, Washington. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,041 vehicles a day, roughly 51% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,437 by 2039. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesSR 14
CrossesPine Creek
Location39.3 E JCT US 97
RouteState Highway 14
Coordinates45.79, -120.085
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,041 (2023)
Projected traffic1,437 by 2039
Trucks51%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$684,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 14 over Pine Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 14 over Pine Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 14 over Pine Creek carry?

About 1,041 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 51% are trucks.

How long is SR 14 over Pine Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 14 over Pine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.