IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek
FairOkanogan County, Washington · 16 KM North of Nespelem · Structure no. 00000000000P303
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 25
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 25 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek carry?
About 25 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 56 over North Star Creek?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.