US Bridges

US 12 over Mcnary Pool

Good

Walla Walla County, Washington · 4.4 E JCT SR 124 · Structure no. 0016449A0000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
88 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,405
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over Mcnary Pool is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over Mcnary Pool in Walla Walla County, Washington. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 7,405 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,928 by 2039. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.2 mi (129 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesMcnary Pool
Location4.4 E JCT SR 124
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.16438, -118.94828
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length88 ft (26.8 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width80 ft (24.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,405 (2023)
Projected traffic7,928 by 2039
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed80.2 mi (129 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over Mcnary Pool built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over Mcnary Pool 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 US 12 over Mcnary Pool carry?

About 7,405 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over Mcnary Pool?

The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over Mcnary Pool?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.