US Bridges

SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway

Good

Yakima County, Washington · 6.6 N JCT SR 22 · Structure no. 080456000000000

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,911
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway in Yakima County, Washington. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,911 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,305 by 2039. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 241
CrossesSulpher Creek Wasteway
Location6.6 N JCT SR 22
RouteState Highway 241
CountyYakima County
StateWashington
Coordinates46.30207, -119.9931
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations on dry land well above flood water elevations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating50 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,911 (2023)
Projected traffic2,305 by 2039
Trucks12%
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$1.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 241 over Sulpher Creek 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway carry?

About 1,911 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 241 over Sulpher Creek Wasteway?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.