US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp
PoorYakima County, Washington · 14.5 N JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 0011580A0000000
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,315 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,941
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 9,941 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,430 by 2039. The structure is 1,315 ft (400.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp carry?
About 9,941 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp?
The structure is 1,315 ft (400.8 m) long with a longest span of 172 ft (52.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 over Ahtanum Crk Rr&n-N Ramp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.