SR 542 over Smith Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 1.3 E JCT SR 9 · Structure no. 0003486C0000000
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,227
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 542 over Smith Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 542 over Smith Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 9,227 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,196 by 2039. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 542 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 542 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 542 over Smith Creek carry?
About 9,227 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 542 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 542 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.