Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R
FairPosted for loadWhatcom County, Washington · 0.07 NW JCT Madrona ST · Structure no. 085402000000000
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 358 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2043. The structure is 358 ft (109.1 m) long and 38 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R?
The structure is 358 ft (109.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Eldridge Avenue over Squallicum Crk-Cmstp&p R?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.