SR 112

over LYRE RIVER

23.5 E JCT SR 113, Clallam County, Washington

Condition

Fair

Year Built

1959

Daily Traffic

825

Length

27 ft

About This Bridge

SR 112 carries traffic over LYRE RIVER in Clallam County, Washington. Built in 1959, this structure is 67 years old, placing it among the older bridges still in active service. The bridge features wood or timber construction with a truss - deck design, a combination chosen by engineers to meet the specific requirements of this crossing.

Approximately 825 vehicles cross this bridge daily, indicating lower traffic volumes common for local roads and rural routes. While traffic is lighter, these bridges still serve essential community transportation needs. Commercial trucks account for 14% of all crossings. This proportion of commercial traffic is typical for this roadway classification and is factored into the bridge's design load ratings.

The bridge is currently rated in fair condition based on federal inspection criteria established by the Federal Highway Administration. The structure meets current safety standards for its designated use and load capacity. With a total length of 27 feet, this is a shorter span typical of local road crossings, often carrying traffic over small streams, drainage channels, or other roadways.

The construction materials used in this bridge were selected based on engineering requirements, cost considerations, and local conditions at the time of construction.

Federal law requires that all highway bridges be inspected at least every 24 months by qualified inspectors following the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). Some bridges with known issues or unusual characteristics may be inspected more frequently. Inspection data is reported to the National Bridge Inventory, a database maintained by the Federal Highway Administration that tracks the condition of all public highway bridges in the United States. This bridge data is sourced from that federal database and reflects the most recent available inspection results.

Condition Ratings

6

Deck Condition

Satisfactory

6

Superstructure

Satisfactory

5

Substructure

Fair

8

Channel & Protection

Very Good

5

Lowest Rating

Determines condition category

NBI condition ratings range from 0 (failed) to 9 (excellent). Ratings of 4 or below are considered poor. The overall condition category is determined by the lowest individual component rating.

The fair condition rating of 5 indicates some deterioration that warrants monitoring but doesn't affect structural integrity.

For a structure built in 1959, this condition level is expected given the bridge's age and usage patterns.

Bridge Details

Wood or Timber is the primary structural material, which influences maintenance requirements and expected lifespan. The truss - deck design was selected based on span requirements, load capacity needs, and site conditions at the time of construction. Maintenance responsibility falls to State Highway Agency.

Construction

Year Built1959
MaterialWood or Timber
Design TypeTruss - Deck
OwnerState Highway Agency

Dimensions

Total Length27 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck Width3 ft
Deck Area735 sq ft

Span dimensions affect structural design choices and load distribution. The deck area of 735 sq ft determines surface maintenance scope.

Classification

Route TypeState Highway
Route Number112
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge

Status

Toll BridgeNo
Historical SignificanceNot eligible
Scour Critical8
Detour Length2 mi (3 km)

Traffic Data

Traffic volume data helps engineers assess bridge wear patterns and plan maintenance schedules. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) counts are updated periodically and represent typical weekday usage.

825

Avg Daily Traffic (2022)

Vehicles per day crossing this bridge

14%

Truck Traffic

Commercial vehicle percentage

1,069

Projected Future ADT

Estimated future demand

This bridge carries approximately 825 vehicles per day, translating to roughly 301,125 crossings annually. Lower traffic volumes generally result in less structural wear over time.

Commercial trucks comprise 14% of traffic. Heavy vehicles cause disproportionate wear—a single fully loaded truck can have the impact of thousands of passenger cars on bridge deck surfaces.

Traffic projections estimate future volumes of 1,069 vehicles daily, a 30% increase from current levels. These projections inform capacity planning and potential upgrade requirements.

Load Ratings

Load ratings determine what weight this bridge can safely support. These values are critical for routing heavy vehicles and issuing overweight permits.

Operating Rating

3.8 tons

Maximum allowable load for special permits

Inventory Rating

2.7 tons

Load level for normal traffic

The operating rating of 3.8 tons represents the absolute maximum load this bridge can carry under controlled conditions with special permits. The inventory rating of 2.7 tons is the safe load limit for everyday traffic without restrictions. These relatively low ratings may result in posted weight limits or route restrictions for heavy vehicles.

5-Year Condition Trend

Stable

Condition has remained relatively stable since 2020

Data: 2020-2024 FHWA National Bridge Inventory

Location

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49.333889, -123.918333

Identification

Structure Number0005997B0000000
NBI IDWA-0005997B0000000
State FIPS53
County FIPS009

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Data Source: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) National Bridge Inventory 2024

Bridge inspection data is typically updated every 24 months. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.

“Structurally deficient” does not mean a bridge is unsafe or likely to collapse. It indicates that one or more key structural elements are in poor or worse condition. Bridges are inspected regularly and may have load restrictions in place.

This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used for route clearance or vehicle weight decisions.

SR 112 over LYRE RIVER | Washington