US Bridges

SR 548 over Terrell Creek

Good

Whatcom County, Washington · 4.7 W JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0018089A0000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,174
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 548 over Terrell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 548 over Terrell Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 5,174 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,401 by 2039. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 548
CrossesTerrell Creek
Location4.7 W JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 548
Coordinates48.89211, -122.69878
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,174 (2023)
Projected traffic7,401 by 2039
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$574,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 548 over Terrell Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 548 over Terrell 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 548 over Terrell Creek carry?

About 5,174 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 548 over Terrell Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m).

Who owns SR 548 over Terrell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.