Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek
FairPosted for loadWalla Walla County, Washington · 01.61 N SR 124 · Structure no. 083648000000000
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 98
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek in Walla Walla County, Washington. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 98 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 120 by 2046. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek 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 Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek carry?
About 98 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Springs RD over Whetstone Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.