SR 542 over Coal Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 12.9 E JCT SR 547 · Structure no. 0009117A0000000
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 111 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,283
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 542 over Coal Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 542 over Coal Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,283 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,806 by 2039. The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 542 over Coal Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 542 over Coal 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 542 over Coal Creek carry?
About 1,283 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 542 over Coal Creek?
The structure is 111 ft (33.8 m) long with a longest span of 106 ft (32.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns SR 542 over Coal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.