Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack
FairWhatcom County, Washington · 2.0 E SR 9 · Structure no. 086487000000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 276 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 256
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack is a prestressed concrete continuous tee beam carrying Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 256 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2042. The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack carry?
About 256 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack?
The structure is 276 ft (84.1 m) long with a longest span of 202 ft (61.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Saxon RD over South Fork Nooksack?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.