I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD
FairSkagit County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT SR 11 · Structure no. 0007141B0000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 187 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,876
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD is a concrete continuous slab carrying I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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.
It carries about 25,876 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,443 by 2039. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD carry?
About 25,876 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD?
The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns I-5 over Samish River Pvt RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.