Thornton Street over BNSF Railway
GoodWhatcom County, Washington · At BNSF Railway Crossing · Structure no. 089493000000000
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 386 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,561
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thornton Street over BNSF Railway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Thornton Street over BNSF Railway in Whatcom County, Washington. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 6,561 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10,339 by 2044. The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Thornton Street over BNSF Railway built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thornton Street over BNSF Railway 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 Thornton Street over BNSF Railway carry?
About 6,561 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Thornton Street over BNSF Railway?
The structure is 386 ft (117.7 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Thornton Street over BNSF Railway?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.