I-5 over Salzer Creek
FairLewis County, Washington · 2.2 N JCT SR 6 · Structure no. 0003936A0000000
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 38,131
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-5 over Salzer Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-5 over Salzer Creek in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 74 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 6 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 38,131 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,938 by 2039. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-5 over Salzer Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is I-5 over Salzer 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I-5 over Salzer Creek carry?
About 38,131 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is I-5 over Salzer Creek?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns I-5 over Salzer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.