Wickersham RD over Samish River
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 00.4 E of Valley HWY · Structure no. 087054000000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 159
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wickersham RD over Samish River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Wickersham RD over Samish River 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 159 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Wickersham RD over Samish River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wickersham RD over Samish River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does Wickersham RD over Samish River carry?
About 159 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Wickersham RD over Samish River?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Wickersham RD over Samish River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.