US Bridges

SR 401 over Davis Creek

Good

Pacific County, Washington · 9.6 N JCT US 101 · Structure no. 0005871B0000000

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
77 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,439
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 401 over Davis Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 401 over Davis Creek in Pacific County, Washington. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,439 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,147 by 2039. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 401
CrossesDavis Creek
Location9.6 N JCT US 101
RouteState Highway 401
Coordinates46.34228, -123.81375
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,439 (2023)
Projected traffic3,147 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 401 over Davis Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 401 over Davis 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 401 over Davis Creek carry?

About 2,439 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 401 over Davis Creek?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 401 over Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.