US Bridges

US 101 over Skidmore Slough

Good

Pacific County, Washington · 26.9 N JCT SR 4 · Structure no. 0011758A0000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
212 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,012
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over Skidmore Slough is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 101 over Skidmore Slough in Pacific County, Washington. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 8,012 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,835 by 2039. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesUS 101
CrossesSkidmore Slough
Location26.9 N JCT SR 4
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates46.67103, -123.77744
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,012 (2023)
Projected traffic9,835 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$4.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over Skidmore Slough built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over Skidmore Slough 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 101 over Skidmore Slough carry?

About 8,012 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 101 over Skidmore Slough?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over Skidmore Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.