North River Valley over Fall River
FairPosted for loadPacific County, Washington · 2.6 S Gray Har CO · Structure no. 083317000000000
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 140 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 128
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
North River Valley over Fall River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying North River Valley over Fall River in Pacific County, Washington. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 128 vehicles a day, roughly 40% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North River Valley over Fall River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is North River Valley over Fall 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does North River Valley over Fall River carry?
About 128 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 40% are trucks.
How long is North River Valley over Fall River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns North River Valley over Fall River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.