FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River
GoodOkanogan County, Washington · .Senw S13 T40 R25 · Structure no. 081659000000000
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 306 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 122
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 122 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2041. The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River carry?
About 122 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River?
The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns FAS Route W240 over Similkameen River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.