US Bridges

US 101 over South Nemah River

Fair

Pacific County, Washington · 1.7 N JCT SR 4 · Structure no. 000000MB0000000

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
40 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,815
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over South Nemah River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 101 over South Nemah River in Pacific County, Washington. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2039. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesSouth Nemah River
Location1.7 N JCT SR 4
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates46.44978, -123.87247
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,815 (2023)
Projected traffic3,300 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$722,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over South Nemah River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over South Nemah 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 101 over South Nemah River carry?

About 2,815 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over South Nemah River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over South Nemah River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.