Old HWY 12 over Touchet River
FairWalla Walla County, Washington · 0.1 MI East of Cummins RD · Structure no. 0002241A0000000
- Built
- 1919
- 106 years old, rebuilt 1936
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 156 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,642
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 12 over Touchet River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Old HWY 12 over Touchet River in Walla Walla County, Washington. It was built in 1919 and reconstructed in 1936, so it is 106 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,642 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,050 by 2046. The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 12 over Touchet River built?
It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1936.
What condition is Old HWY 12 over Touchet River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 12 over Touchet River carry?
About 7,642 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 12 over Touchet River?
The structure is 156 ft (47.5 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Old HWY 12 over Touchet River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.