US 97 over Watson Draw
PoorOkanogan County, Washington · 1.5 N JCT SR 153 · Structure no. 0007683A0000000
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,644
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 over Watson Draw is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 97 over Watson Draw in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 60 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 5,644 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,852 by 2039. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 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 US 97 over Watson Draw built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is US 97 over Watson Draw 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 97 over Watson Draw carry?
About 5,644 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 97 over Watson Draw?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 over Watson Draw?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.