Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek
FairWhatcom County, Washington · Grand & Whatcom Crk · Structure no. 085533000000000
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Grand Avenue over Whatcom 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Grand Avenue over Whatcom Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.