US Bridges

I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway

Good

Yakima County, Washington · 9.9 E JCT SR 223 · Structure no. 0011772F0000000

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2021
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,349
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway is a steel culvert carrying I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 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 12,349 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,060 by 2039. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesI-82
CrossesSulphur Crk Wasteway
Location9.9 E JCT SR 223
RouteInterstate 82
Coordinates46.30592, -119.99053
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,349 (2023)
Projected traffic15,060 by 2039
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$874,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway 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 February 2021.

How much traffic does I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway carry?

About 12,349 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns I-82 over Sulphur Crk Wasteway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.