Valley Road over Otter Creek
GoodSpokane County, Washington · 01.5 E US 2 · Structure no. 086320000000000
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Road over Otter Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Valley Road over Otter Creek in Spokane County, Washington. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 152 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 218 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Road over Otter Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Road over Otter Creek 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 Valley Road over Otter Creek carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Valley Road over Otter Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Road over Otter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.