US Bridges

SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert

Good

Whitman County, Washington · 12.9 E Adams CO · Structure no. 002003100000000

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,655
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert 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 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 1,655 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,115 by 2039. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

CarriesSR 26
CrossesWillow Creek Culvert
Location12.9 E Adams CO
RouteState Highway 26
Coordinates46.81065, -117.79755
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,655 (2023)
Projected traffic2,115 by 2039
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$437,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert carry?

About 1,655 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 26 over Willow Creek Culvert?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.