US Bridges

US 12 over Bn & UP RR

Good

Walla Walla County, Washington · 8.7 E JCT SR 124 · Structure no. 0009781A0000000

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
544 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
6,038
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Bn & UP RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over Bn & UP RR in Walla Walla County, Washington. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 6,038 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,222 by 2039. The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesUS 12
CrossesBn & UP RR
Location8.7 E JCT SR 124
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.10664, -118.91528
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.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length544 ft (165.8 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,038 (2023)
Projected traffic6,222 by 2039
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
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$11.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Bn & UP RR built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over Bn & UP RR 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 12 over Bn & UP RR carry?

About 6,038 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Bn & UP RR?

The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Bn & UP RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.