US 195 over S Fk Palouse River
PoorWhitman County, Washington · 0.3 N JCT SR 272 · Structure no. 000000BI0000000
- Built
- 1923
- 102 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 228 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,381
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 195 over S Fk Palouse River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 195 over S Fk Palouse River in Whitman County, Washington. It was built in 1923, so it is 102 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 9,381 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,081 by 2039. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 195 over S Fk Palouse River built?
It was built in 1923, making it 102 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 195 over S Fk Palouse River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 195 over S Fk Palouse River carry?
About 9,381 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 195 over S Fk Palouse River?
The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.
Who owns US 195 over S Fk Palouse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.