US 12 over Smith CR
GoodLewis County, Washington · 12.9 E JCT SR 131 · Structure no. 0006681A0000000
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,655
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 12 over Smith CR is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 12 over Smith CR in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,655 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,036 by 2039. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 12 over Smith CR built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 12 over Smith CR 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 12 over Smith CR carry?
About 2,655 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 12 over Smith CR?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 12 over Smith CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.