Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal
GoodYakima County, Washington · 00.15 S Lateral 1 · Structure no. 079866000000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 267
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal is a steel culvert carrying Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 267 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 325 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal 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 2023.
How much traffic does Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal carry?
About 267 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Riggs Rd. over Wapato Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.