SR 9 over Smith Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 0.5 N JCT SR 542 · Structure no. 0003078A0000000
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,728
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 9 over Smith Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 9 over Smith Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 3,728 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,751 by 2039. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 9 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 9 over Smith 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 9 over Smith Creek carry?
About 3,728 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SR 9 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SR 9 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.