US Bridges

SR 507 over Skookumchuck River

Good

Lewis County, Washington · 4.5 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0010884A0000000

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
241 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,920
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 507 over Skookumchuck River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 507 over Skookumchuck River in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 3,920 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,121 by 2039. The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesSR 507
CrossesSkookumchuck River
Location4.5 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 507
Coordinates46.75342, -122.94086
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length241 ft (73.5 m)
Longest span117 ft (35.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,920 (2023)
Projected traffic5,121 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$4.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 507 over Skookumchuck River built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 507 over Skookumchuck River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 507 over Skookumchuck River carry?

About 3,920 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 507 over Skookumchuck River?

The structure is 241 ft (73.5 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 507 over Skookumchuck River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.