SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek
FairLincoln County, Washington · 16.0 N JCT SR 231 · Structure no. 0006439A0000000
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 377
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek in Lincoln 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.
It carries about 377 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 388 by 2039. The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek carry?
About 377 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek?
The structure is 112 ft (34.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns SR 23 over Lords Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.