SR 542 over Mccauley Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 1.7 E JCT SR 9 · Structure no. 0003486E0000000
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,427
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 542 over Mccauley Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 542 over Mccauley 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 8,427 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,052 by 2039. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 39 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Mccauley Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 542 over Mccauley 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 Mccauley Creek carry?
About 8,427 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 542 over Mccauley Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns SR 542 over Mccauley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.