Road over Swamp Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · No Data Entered · Structure no. 060501000001426
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2021
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 1996 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Road over Swamp Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road over Swamp Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2045. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road over Swamp Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road over Swamp 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 September 2021.
How much traffic does Road over Swamp Creek carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (1996 count).
How long is Road over Swamp Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Road over Swamp Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.