Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek
FairSnohomish County, Washington · M.P. 21.9 Rd. No. 26 · Structure no. 060502000001445
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 115 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 79
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek is a concrete continuous frame carrying Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rd. No. 26 over Downey 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek carry?
About 79 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek?
The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Rd. No. 26 over Downey Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.