SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek
FairWhitman County, Washington · 11.6 N JCT SR 271 · Structure no. 0008425A0000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,531
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek in Whitman County, Washington. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 1,531 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,836 by 2039. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 27 over Little Hangman 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek carry?
About 1,531 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek?
The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SR 27 over Little Hangman Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.