FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH

Carrying WYNOOCHE WISHKAH over WYNOOCHEE RIVER SLOUGH

0.6 W JCT 9519, Grays Harbor, Washington

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
29 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: WYNOOCHE WISHKAH

The WYNOOCHE WISHKAH bridge in Grays Harbor, Washington carries WYNOOCHE WISHKAH over WYNOOCHEE RIVER SLOUGH. It was built in 1973, making it 53 years old today. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 3 sections, stretching 29.0 meters (95 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 728 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Washington bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 7/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. Because at least one major component scores 4 or lower, this bridge falls in FHWA's Poor condition category. That category is not a closure order. Its NBI inventory load rating is 29.0 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How WYNOOCHE WISHKAH compares

▼ 4.5
Load rating vs Washington average (33.5 t)
Bottom 45%
Lower load rating than 55% of Washington bridges
365
Bridges in Grays Harbor · 33 in Poor condition
WYNOOCHE WISHKAH 29.0 t
Washington average 33.5 t

Live comparison across Washington.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
49.3 / 100 - historical 20–49.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
28.0
Serviceability /30
13.3
Essentiality /15
11.1
Special reductions
−3.1

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
29.0 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1973
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
3
Structure Length
29.0 m (95 ft)
Deck Width
7.3 m (24 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
728 vehicles/day
Structure Number
084332000000000

Condition Analysis

  • The deck (driving surface) is in fair condition (5/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in good condition (7/9), showing no significant deterioration.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare WYNOOCHE WISHKAH against other structures in Grays Harbor and across Washington. Washington bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for WYNOOCHE WISHKAH?

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH in Grays Harbor, Washington has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 7/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is WYNOOCHE WISHKAH inspected?

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 728 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. WYNOOCHE WISHKAH is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for WYNOOCHE WISHKAH?

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH has an NBI inventory load rating of 29.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining WYNOOCHE WISHKAH?

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is WYNOOCHE WISHKAH and does age affect safety?

WYNOOCHE WISHKAH was built in 1973, making it 53 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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