George Hopper RD over I-5
FairSkagit County, Washington · 1.1 N JCT SR 538 · Structure no. 0009547A0000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 209 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,673
- 2007 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
George Hopper RD over I-5 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying George Hopper RD over I-5 in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 11,673 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,136 by 2036. The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was George Hopper RD over I-5 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is George Hopper RD over I-5 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 George Hopper RD over I-5 carry?
About 11,673 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is George Hopper RD over I-5?
The structure is 209 ft (63.7 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.8 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns George Hopper RD over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.