I-82 over Yakima River
FairPosted for loadYakima County, Washington · 0.4 E JCT SR 823 · Structure no. 0001583A0000000
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 317 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,121
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-82 over Yakima River is a steel truss - thru carrying I-82 over Yakima River in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 13,121 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,759 by 2039. The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 I-82 over Yakima River built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-82 over Yakima River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does I-82 over Yakima River carry?
About 13,121 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is I-82 over Yakima River?
The structure is 317 ft (96.6 m) long with a longest span of 223 ft (68 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns I-82 over Yakima River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.