H ST over I-5
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 0.7 N JCT SR 543 · Structure no. 0006851B0000000
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 284 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,984
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
H ST over I-5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying H ST over I-5 in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 1,984 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,126 by 2040. The structure is 284 ft (86.7 m) long and 38 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 H ST over I-5 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is H ST 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does H ST over I-5 carry?
About 1,984 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is H ST over I-5?
The structure is 284 ft (86.7 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns H ST over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.