Road over Rankin Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · No Data Entered · Structure no. 060501000003184
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 71 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Road over Rankin Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road over Rankin Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 75 by 2045. The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long and 14 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road over Rankin Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Road over Rankin 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 July 2022.
How much traffic does Road over Rankin Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (latest count).
How long is Road over Rankin Creek?
The structure is 71 ft (21.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Road over Rankin Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.