US 97 over Wanity Slough
GoodYakima County, Washington · 1.5 N JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 0003363A0000000
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 68 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,219
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 over Wanity Slough is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 97 over Wanity Slough in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 6,219 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,804 by 2039. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 over Wanity Slough built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 over Wanity Slough 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 97 over Wanity Slough carry?
About 6,219 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 97 over Wanity Slough?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 over Wanity Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.