US Bridges

SR 241 over Sulfer Creek

Good

Yakima County, Washington · 3.2 N JCT I-82 · Structure no. 0010478C0000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,426
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 241 over Sulfer Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 241 over Sulfer Creek in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,426 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,294 by 2039. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 241
CrossesSulfer Creek
Location3.2 N JCT I-82
RouteState Highway 241
CountyYakima County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.35307, -119.9791
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,426 (2023)
Projected traffic4,294 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$271,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 241 over Sulfer Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 241 over Sulfer Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 241 over Sulfer Creek carry?

About 3,426 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 241 over Sulfer Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns SR 241 over Sulfer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.