US Bridges

SR 507 over Skookumchuck River

Good

Thurston County, Washington · 0.7 N Lewis CO · Structure no. 0009006A0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
180 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,894
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 507 over Skookumchuck River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 507 over Skookumchuck River in Thurston County, Washington. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 2,894 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,109 by 2039. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 507
CrossesSkookumchuck River
Location0.7 N Lewis CO
RouteState Highway 507
Coordinates46.772, -122.92369
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span87 ft (26.5 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,894 (2023)
Projected traffic4,109 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 507 over Skookumchuck River built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 507 over Skookumchuck River 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 SR 507 over Skookumchuck River carry?

About 2,894 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 507 over Skookumchuck River?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns SR 507 over Skookumchuck River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.