US Bridges

SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow

Good

Whatcom County, Washington · 2.6 N JCT SR 544 · Structure no. 0017469D0000000

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2022
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
323 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
7,931
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 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 7,931 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,168 by 2039. The structure is 323 ft (98.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSB SR 539
CrossesNooksack R Overflow
Location2.6 N JCT SR 544
RouteState Highway 539
Coordinates48.92906, -122.48561
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length323 ft (98.5 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,931 (2023)
Projected traffic12,168 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow 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 2022.

How much traffic does SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow carry?

About 7,931 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow?

The structure is 323 ft (98.5 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SB SR 539 over Nooksack R Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.