South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek
FairSkagit County, Washington · 18.5 E JCT SR9 · Structure no. 081655000000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 635
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 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 635 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 944 by 2041. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Skagit HWY over Pressentin 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek carry?
About 635 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns South Skagit HWY over Pressentin Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.