US Bridges

Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck

GoodPosted for load

Skagit County, Washington · 13.2 MI SE of SR 20 · Structure no. 089206000000000

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
131 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
158
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck is a steel truss - thru carrying Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck in Skagit County, Washington. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 158 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 193 by 2040. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesConc-Sauk Valley
CrossesNorth Osterman Ck
Location13.2 MI SE of SR 20
RouteCounty Highway 8000
Coordinates48.44006, -121.59955
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length131 ft (39.9 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width21 ft (6.5 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2020)
Projected traffic193 by 2040
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$3.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck?

The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.

Who owns Conc-Sauk Valley over North Osterman Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.