US Bridges

SR 12 over Hopkin Creek

Good

Lewis County, Washington · 5.5 E JCT SR 131 · Structure no. 0005544B0000000

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,712
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 12 over Hopkin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 12 over Hopkin Creek in Lewis 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 2,712 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,281 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 12
CrossesHopkin Creek
Location5.5 E JCT SR 131
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.53347, -121.84167
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,712 (2023)
Projected traffic4,281 by 2039
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$665,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 12 over Hopkin Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 12 over Hopkin 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does SR 12 over Hopkin Creek carry?

About 2,712 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SR 12 over Hopkin Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SR 12 over Hopkin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.