SR 272 over Clear Creek
GoodWhitman County, Washington · 5.2 E JCT US 195 · Structure no. 0014704A0000000
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 592
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 272 over Clear Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 272 over Clear Creek in Whitman County, Washington. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 592 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 742 by 2039. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 272 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 272 over Clear 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 2022.
How much traffic does SR 272 over Clear Creek carry?
About 592 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 272 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).
Who owns SR 272 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.