Telegraph RD N over Sumas River
FairWhatcom County, Washington · 00.5 N.E.Morgan Rd. · Structure no. 079830000000000
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1953
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,272
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Telegraph RD N over Sumas River is a concrete slab carrying Telegraph RD N over Sumas River in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1953, so it is 82 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,272 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2040. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Telegraph RD N over Sumas River built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1953.
What condition is Telegraph RD N over Sumas River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Telegraph RD N over Sumas River carry?
About 1,272 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Telegraph RD N over Sumas River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Telegraph RD N over Sumas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.