US Bridges

US 12 over Wellington Ave

Good

Walla Walla County, Washington · 2.6 E JCT SR 125 · Structure no. 0008855B0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,209
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Wellington Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over Wellington Ave in Walla Walla 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 6,209 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,937 by 2039. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 87 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesWellington Ave
Location2.6 E JCT SR 125
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.08189, -118.31003
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width87 ft (26.6 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,209 (2023)
Projected traffic6,937 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$6.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Wellington Ave built?

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

What condition is US 12 over Wellington Ave 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US 12 over Wellington Ave carry?

About 6,209 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Wellington Ave?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 87 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Wellington Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.