Smith RD E over Anderson Creek
FairWhatcom County, Washington · 0.2 W of Sand Road · Structure no. 087392000000000
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,147
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith RD E over Anderson Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Smith RD E over Anderson Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,147 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2046. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Smith RD E over Anderson Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith RD E over Anderson 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Smith RD E over Anderson Creek carry?
About 4,147 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Smith RD E over Anderson Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Smith RD E over Anderson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.