Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek
FairSkagit County, Washington · M.P. 6.8 Rd. No. 26 · Structure no. 060502000001442
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 178 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek 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 79 vehicles a day, projected to reach 118 by 2045. The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek?
The structure is 178 ft (54.4 m) long with a longest span of 175 ft (53.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Rd. No. 26 over Big Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.