US Bridges

SR 153 over Beaver Creek

Good

Okanogan County, Washington · 29.3 N JCT US 97 · Structure no. 0015890A0000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,313
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 153 over Beaver Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 153 over Beaver Creek in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,313 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,449 by 2039. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 153
CrossesBeaver Creek
Location29.3 N JCT US 97
RouteState Highway 153
CountyOkanogan County
StateWashington
Coordinates48.32843, -120.06136
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.5 US tons
Inventory rating59.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,313 (2023)
Projected traffic2,449 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$633,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 153 over Beaver Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 153 over Beaver 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 July 2021.

How much traffic does SR 153 over Beaver Creek carry?

About 2,313 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 153 over Beaver Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m).

Who owns SR 153 over Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.