US Bridges

US 195 over Np RY

Fair

Spokane County, Washington · 14.5 N Whitman CO · Structure no. 0007981A0000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
264 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,616
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 195 over Np RY is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 195 over Np RY in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 3,616 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,528 by 2039. The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 195
CrossesNp RY
Location14.5 N Whitman CO
RouteU.S. Route 195
CountySpokane County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.45393, -117.38592
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length264 ft (80.5 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,616 (2023)
Projected traffic4,528 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$5.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 195 over Np RY built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 195 over Np RY 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 US 195 over Np RY carry?

About 3,616 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is US 195 over Np RY?

The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 195 over Np RY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.