Front Street over Fishtrap Creek
FairWhatcom County, Washington · 0.3 E SR539 · Structure no. 085334000000000
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,187
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Front Street over Fishtrap Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Front Street over Fishtrap Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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.
It carries about 6,187 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,500 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Front Street over Fishtrap Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is Front 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 Front Street over Fishtrap Creek carry?
About 6,187 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Front Street over Fishtrap Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Front Street over Fishtrap Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.