Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River
PoorPosted for loadPend Oreille County, Washington · 0.70 E JCT SR20 · Structure no. 084421000000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,282 ft
- 24 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River in Pend Oreille County, Washington. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2038. The structure is 2,282 ft (695.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River?
The structure is 2,282 ft (695.6 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Fifth Ave (usk) over Pend Oreille River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.