US Bridges

T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR

Good

Spokane County, Washington · 1.95 W of SR 395 · Structure no. 086150000000000

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
727 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,400
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 20,400 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,500 by 2045. The structure is 727 ft (221.6 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesT.J.Meenach Dr.
CrossesSpokane River Pettet DR
Location1.95 W of SR 395
RouteCity Street 818
Coordinates47.67999, -117.45266
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.4 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length727 ft (221.6 m)
Longest span200 ft (61 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,400 (2017)
Projected traffic34,500 by 2045
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$20.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR 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 2023.

How much traffic does T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR carry?

About 20,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR?

The structure is 727 ft (221.6 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns T.J.Meenach Dr. over Spokane River Pettet DR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.