FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River
FairPosted for loadOkanogan County, Washington · .NESWS28T40NR27E · Structure no. 083864000000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 365 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 985
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River in Okanogan County, Washington. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 985 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2041. The structure is 365 ft (111.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 U243 over Similkameen River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River carry?
About 985 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River?
The structure is 365 ft (111.4 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns FAS Route U243 over Similkameen River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.