Sumas Ave over Johnson CR
FairPosted for loadWhatcom County, Washington · 0.15 N Front ST · Structure no. 085603000000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 926
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sumas Ave over Johnson CR is a concrete channel beam carrying Sumas Ave over Johnson CR in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 55 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 926 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2046. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 34 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 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sumas Ave over Johnson CR built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Sumas Ave over Johnson CR 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Sumas Ave over Johnson CR carry?
About 926 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sumas Ave over Johnson CR?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Sumas Ave over Johnson CR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.