Monroe Street over Spokane River
FairSpokane County, Washington · 0.6 N of I-90 · Structure no. 085295000000000
- Built
- 1911
- 114 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 893 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,453
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Monroe Street over Spokane River is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Monroe Street over Spokane River in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1911 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 114 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 18,453 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,000 by 2044. The structure is 893 ft (272.2 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Monroe Street over Spokane River built?
It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is Monroe Street over Spokane River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Monroe Street over Spokane River carry?
About 18,453 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Monroe Street over Spokane River?
The structure is 893 ft (272.2 m) long with a longest span of 281 ft (85.6 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Monroe Street over Spokane River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.