US Bridges

US 12 over W-E Ramp

Good

Yakima County, Washington · 14.6 E JCT SR 410 · Structure no. 0008846B0000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
168 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,024
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 12 over W-E Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 12 over W-E Ramp in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 7,024 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,764 by 2039. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 12
CrossesW-E Ramp
Location14.6 E JCT SR 410
RouteU.S. Route 12
Coordinates46.62319, -120.56089
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,024 (2023)
Projected traffic8,764 by 2039
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.8 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 12 over W-E Ramp built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 12 over W-E Ramp 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 2021.

How much traffic does US 12 over W-E Ramp carry?

About 7,024 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 12 over W-E Ramp?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 12 over W-E Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.