Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek
PoorPosted for loadSpokane County, Washington · 1.74 W of US 2 · Structure no. 085428000000000
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,070 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,995
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek is a concrete continuous arch - deck carrying Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 14,995 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,625 by 2039. The structure is 1,070 ft (326.1 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek carry?
About 14,995 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek?
The structure is 1,070 ft (326.1 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns Sunset Boulevard over Latah Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.