SR 272 over Palouse River
GoodWhitman County, Washington · 15.9 E JCT US 195 · Structure no. 0003743A0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 178 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 377
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 272 over Palouse River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 272 over Palouse River in Whitman County, Washington. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 377 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 460 by 2039. The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 272 over Palouse River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 272 over Palouse 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SR 272 over Palouse River carry?
About 377 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 272 over Palouse River?
The structure is 178 ft (54.3 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR 272 over Palouse River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.