Hughes Ave over I-5
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 8.5 N JCT SR 548 · Structure no. 0007057A0000000
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 288 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,883
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hughes Ave over I-5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Hughes 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 1,883 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,967 by 2041. The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long and 33 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 Hughes Ave over I-5 built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hughes 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Hughes Ave over I-5 carry?
About 1,883 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Hughes Ave over I-5?
The structure is 288 ft (87.8 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Hughes Ave over I-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.