US Bridges

Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek

Good

Mason County, Washington · 0.59 E JCT Matlockbrady · Structure no. 084043000000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
376
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek in Mason County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 376 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2040. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesSchaffer ST Prk RD
CrossesDecker Creek
Location0.59 E JCT Matlockbrady
RouteCounty Highway 2070
Coordinates47.09667, -123.4765
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic376 (2020)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2040
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$150,000 (2040 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek carry?

About 376 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Schaffer ST Prk RD over Decker Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.