SR 22 over Drain Canal
FairYakima County, Washington · 5.5 E JCT SR 223 · Structure no. 0005074C0000000
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,704
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 22 over Drain Canal is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 22 over Drain Canal in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,704 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,341 by 2039. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SR 22 over Drain Canal built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 22 over Drain Canal 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 22 over Drain Canal carry?
About 1,704 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 22 over Drain Canal?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns SR 22 over Drain Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.