US Bridges

SR 223 over Np RY

Fair

Yakima County, Washington · 3.4 N JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 0008576A0000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,540
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 223 over Np RY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 223 over Np RY in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 7,540 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,359 by 2039. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 223
CrossesNp RY
Location3.4 N JCT SR 22
RouteState Highway 223
CountyYakima County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.34236, -120.18472
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,540 (2023)
Projected traffic9,359 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 223 over Np RY built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 223 over Np RY 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 223 over Np RY carry?

About 7,540 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 223 over Np RY?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 223 over Np RY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.