Birch Bay-lynden R over I-5

Fair Condition65 years old10,381 vehicles/day

Location

StateWashington
CountyWhatcom
Location4.3 N Jct SR 548
CarriesBirch Bay-lynden R
CrossesI-5
Coordinates48.93533, -122.66256

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length272.0 ft (82.9 m)
Max Span61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area837.3 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1961

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,381 (2012)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0006926C0000000

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