Mitchell Ave over I-5
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 0.4 N JCT SR 543 · Structure no. 0006851A0000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 303 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2002 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mitchell Ave over I-5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mitchell Ave over I-5 in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,870 by 2036. The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mitchell Ave over I-5 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mitchell Ave over I-5 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 June 2021.
How much traffic does Mitchell Ave over I-5 carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Mitchell Ave over I-5?
The structure is 303 ft (92.4 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Mitchell Ave over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.