Howe Road over Skook Creek
GoodLewis County, Washington · 4.9 NW Toledo · Structure no. 087134000000000
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howe Road over Skook Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Howe Road over Skook 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 73 by 2041. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howe Road over Skook Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howe Road over Skook 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Howe Road over Skook Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is Howe Road over Skook Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns Howe Road over Skook Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.