SR 122 over Cowlitz River
GoodLewis County, Washington · 6.6 E JCT US 12 · Structure no. 079693000000000
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 305 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 796
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 122 over Cowlitz River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 122 over Cowlitz River in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 796 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 945 by 2039. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 122 over Cowlitz River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 122 over Cowlitz 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 122 over Cowlitz River carry?
About 796 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 122 over Cowlitz River?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns SR 122 over Cowlitz River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.