US Bridges

US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 4.3 N Whitman CO · Structure no. 0009462A0000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
140 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,838
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 4,838 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,469 by 2039. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 195
CrossesPlaza-Cheney RD
Location4.3 N Whitman CO
RouteU.S. Route 195
Coordinates47.30992, -117.39003
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length140 ft (42.7 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,838 (2023)
Projected traffic6,469 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$2.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD carry?

About 4,838 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD?

The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 195 over Plaza-Cheney RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.