9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way
GoodSpokane County, Washington · 00.38 South I-90 · Structure no. 085319000000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 153 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,039
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 6,039 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,850 by 2044. The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way carry?
About 6,039 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way?
The structure is 153 ft (46.6 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns 9th Avenue over Ben Garnett Way?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.