US Bridges

Mullan RD over I-90

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 6.5 E 3CT US 2 · Structure no. 0009782A0000000

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
168 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,544
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mullan RD over I-90 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Mullan RD over I-90 in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 14,544 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,919 by 2038. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMullan RD
CrossesI-90
Location6.5 E 3CT US 2
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates47.67356, -117.28181
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 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 rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,544 (2016)
Projected traffic19,919 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$3.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mullan RD over I-90 built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mullan RD over I-90 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 Mullan RD over I-90 carry?

About 14,544 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Mullan RD over I-90?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Mullan RD over I-90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.