US Bridges

SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline

Good

Skagit County, Washington · 12.1 E Island CO · Structure no. 0009353A0000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,145
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 19,145 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,785 by 2039. The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 20
CrossesTransmt. Oil Pipeline
Location12.1 E Island CO
RouteState Highway 20
Coordinates48.44621, -122.45761
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.
Last inspectionMarch 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length73 ft (22.3 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,145 (2023)
Projected traffic24,785 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$1.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline 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 March 2021.

How much traffic does SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline carry?

About 19,145 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline?

The structure is 73 ft (22.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SR 20 over Transmt. Oil Pipeline?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.