US Bridges

US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R

Good

Stevens County, Washington · 20.9 N JCT SR 231 · Structure no. 0011934A0000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
76 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,148
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R in Stevens County, Washington. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 7,148 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,210 by 2039. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 395
CrossesLittle Pend Oreille R
Location20.9 N JCT SR 231
RouteU.S. Route 395
Coordinates48.45958, -117.88139
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,148 (2023)
Projected traffic8,210 by 2039
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R 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 US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R carry?

About 7,148 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns US 395 over Little Pend Oreille R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.