US Bridges

US 97 over Satus Creek

Fair

Yakima County, Washington · 16.0 N Klickitat CO · Structure no. 0014359A0000000

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,013
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 97 over Satus Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 97 over Satus Creek in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 4,013 vehicles a day, roughly 31% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,081 by 2039. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 97
CrossesSatus Creek
Location16.0 N Klickitat CO
RouteU.S. Route 97
CountyYakima County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.23533, -120.41889
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,013 (2023)
Projected traffic5,081 by 2039
Trucks31%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 97 over Satus Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 97 over Satus Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 97 over Satus Creek carry?

About 4,013 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 31% are trucks.

How long is US 97 over Satus Creek?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 97 over Satus Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.