US Bridges

Shorey RD over Newaukum River

FairPosted for load

Lewis County, Washington · 0.83 SE JCT SR 6 · Structure no. 084201000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
380 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,826
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shorey RD over Newaukum River is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying Shorey RD over Newaukum River in Lewis County, Washington. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,826 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,105 by 2041. The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesShorey RD
CrossesNewaukum River
Location0.83 SE JCT SR 6
RouteCounty Highway 40098
Coordinates46.64991, -122.98098
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+10 approach)
Design loadHS 15
Structure length380 ft (115.8 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,826 (2021)
Projected traffic5,105 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$4.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Shorey RD over Newaukum River built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shorey RD over Newaukum River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Shorey RD over Newaukum River carry?

About 2,826 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is Shorey RD over Newaukum River?

The structure is 380 ft (115.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Shorey RD over Newaukum River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.