N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek
FairPosted for loadWhatcom County, Washington · At Liberty · Structure no. 085332000000000
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,140
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,140 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek carry?
About 1,140 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns N 17th Street over Fishtrap Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.