US Bridges

SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek

Good

Okanogan County, Washington · 18.8 E Chelan CO · Structure no. 0016979A0000000

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,280
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 1,280 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,592 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSR 20
CrossesLittle Boulder Creek
Location18.8 E Chelan CO
RouteState Highway 20
Coordinates48.57003, -120.38089
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,280 (2023)
Projected traffic1,592 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$464,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 20 over Little Boulder 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 20 over Little Boulder Creek carry?

About 1,280 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).

Who owns SR 20 over Little Boulder Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.