US Bridges

US 101 over Slough

Good

Mason County, Washington · 1.6 S JCT SR 106 · Structure no. 0012672A0000000

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,648
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Slough is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 101 over Slough in Mason County, Washington. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7,648 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,983 by 2039. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesSlough
Location1.6 S JCT SR 106
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates47.31298, -123.17525
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,648 (2023)
Projected traffic9,983 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.6 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Slough built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Slough 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does US 101 over Slough carry?

About 7,648 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Slough?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.