US Bridges

SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief

Good

Lincoln County, Washington · 11.9 N JCT SR 28 · Structure no. 002003510000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
255
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief in Lincoln County, Washington. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 255 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 280 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 21
CrossesMarlin Hollow Relief
Location11.9 N JCT SR 28
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates47.46392, -118.76555
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic255 (2023)
Projected traffic280 by 2039
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$409,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief 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 SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief carry?

About 255 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 21 over Marlin Hollow Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.