US Bridges

SR 27 over UP RR

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 10.6 N JCT SR 278 · Structure no. 0007924A0000000

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,198
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 27 over UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 27 over UP RR in Spokane 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 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.

It carries about 5,198 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,288 by 2039. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesSR 27
CrossesUP RR
Location10.6 N JCT SR 278
RouteState Highway 27
Coordinates47.57653, -117.22481
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,198 (2023)
Projected traffic6,288 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 27 over UP RR built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 27 over UP RR 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 27 over UP RR carry?

About 5,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 27 over UP RR?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 27 over UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.