US Bridges

US 101 over North Nemah River

Good

Pacific County, Washington · 6.3 N JCT SR 4 · Structure no. 0014001A0000000

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
532 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
2,815
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 101 over North Nemah River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 101 over North Nemah River in Pacific County, Washington. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,815 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2039. The structure is 532 ft (162.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesUS 101
CrossesNorth Nemah River
Location6.3 N JCT SR 4
RouteU.S. Route 101
Coordinates46.51243, -123.88598
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 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating89 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length532 ft (162.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 101 over North Nemah River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 101 over North Nemah 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 August 2021.

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

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

How long is US 101 over North Nemah River?

The structure is 532 ft (162.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 101 over North Nemah River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.