Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek
GoodThurston County, Washington · 0.75 M N of Waddell CR RD · Structure no. 082176000000000
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 352
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek in Thurston County, Washington. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 352 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 566 by 2042. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sherman Valley RD over Waddell 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek carry?
About 352 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Sherman Valley RD over Waddell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.