SR 153 over Methow River
PoorOkanogan County, Washington · 11.9 N JCT US 97 · Structure no. 0002450A0000000
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 476 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,847
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 153 over Methow River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 153 over Methow River in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,847 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,913 by 2039. The structure is 476 ft (145.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 153 over Methow River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 153 over Methow River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 153 over Methow River carry?
About 1,847 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 153 over Methow River?
The structure is 476 ft (145.1 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SR 153 over Methow River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.