Marine DR over BNSF RR
PoorWhatcom County, Washington · 00.2 E Wynn RD · Structure no. 081877000000000
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 196 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,344
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Marine DR over BNSF RR is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Marine DR over BNSF RR in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 6,344 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2046. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Marine DR over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Marine DR over BNSF RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Marine DR over BNSF RR carry?
About 6,344 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Marine DR over BNSF RR?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Marine DR over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.