I-5 over Dakota CR & West RD

Fair Condition65 years old8,738 vehicles/day

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Location7.9 N Jct SR 548
CarriesI-5
CrossesDakota CR & West RD
Coordinates48.97172, -122.71919

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length393.0 ft (119.8 m)
Max Span68.9 ft (21 m)
Deck Width33.5 ft (10.2 m)
Deck Area1222.0 sq m
Main Spans6
Year Built1961

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,738 (2023)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0006570A0000000

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