SR 542 over Slide Area
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 20.4 E JCT SR 547 · Structure no. 0014434A0000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 150 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,283
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 542 over Slide Area is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 542 over Slide Area in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 8 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 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 542 over Slide Area built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 542 over Slide Area 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 Slide Area carry?
About 1,283 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 542 over Slide Area?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns SR 542 over Slide Area?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.