US Bridges

US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow

Good

Lewis County, Washington · 10.1 E JCT SR 7 · Structure no. 0005609A0000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,795
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow is a concrete slab carrying US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 4,795 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,704 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesRainey Creek Overflow
Location10.1 E JCT SR 7
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.53914, -122.10192
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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,795 (2023)
Projected traffic5,704 by 2039
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.2 mi (76 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$627,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow carry?

About 4,795 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Rainey Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.