Road over Thompson Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · MP 2.0 RD #3910 · Structure no. 060501000003178
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Road over Thompson Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road over Thompson Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3 by 2045. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road over Thompson Creek built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road over Thompson 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 Road over Thompson Creek carry?
About 2 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Road over Thompson Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Road over Thompson Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.