US Bridges

2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536

Fair

Skagit County, Washington · 0.3 N JCT SR 536 · Structure no. 0016793A0000000

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
650 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
24,013
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536 is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536 in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 24,013 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,716 by 2033. The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Carries2nd ST
Crosses1-5 and SR 536
Location0.3 N JCT SR 536
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates48.42075, -122.33592
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHL 93
Structure length650 ft (198.1 m)
Longest span137 ft (41.8 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.5 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,013 (2012)
Projected traffic41,716 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$14.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536 built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536 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 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536 carry?

About 24,013 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536?

The structure is 650 ft (198.1 m) long with a longest span of 137 ft (41.8 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd ST over 1-5 and SR 536?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.