SR 542 over Razorhone Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 29.2 E JCT SR 547 · Structure no. 0003017D0000000
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 623
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 542 over Razorhone Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 542 over Razorhone Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 623 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 877 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 542 over Razorhone Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 542 over Razorhone Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 542 over Razorhone Creek carry?
About 623 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 542 over Razorhone Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (6.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns SR 542 over Razorhone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.