US Bridges

US 12 over Silver Creek

Good

Lewis County, Washington · 1.0 E JCT SR 122 · Structure no. 0016540A0000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,690
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Silver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 12 over Silver Creek in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 6,690 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,521 by 2039. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 140 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesSilver Creek
Location1.0 E JCT SR 122
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.51624, -122.58141
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating28.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width140 ft (42.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,690 (2023)
Projected traffic8,521 by 2039
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$519,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Silver Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over Silver 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 12 over Silver Creek carry?

About 6,690 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Silver Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 140 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Silver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.