James Street over Squalicum Creek
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · 1 Mi. N. of Sunset · Structure no. 088715000000000
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 11,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
James Street over Squalicum Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying James Street over Squalicum Creek in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was James Street over Squalicum Creek built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is James Street over Squalicum Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does James Street over Squalicum Creek carry?
About 11,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is James Street over Squalicum Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns James Street over Squalicum Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.