US Bridges

I-205 over Burton RD

Fair

Clark County, Washington · 2.8 N JCT SR 14 · Structure no. 0009448E0000000

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
171 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
59,900
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-205 over Burton RD is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-205 over Burton RD in Clark County, Washington. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 59,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,868 by 2039. The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-205
CrossesBurton RD
Location2.8 N JCT SR 14
RouteInterstate 205
Coordinates45.64172, -122.56364
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating26.8 US tons
Inventory rating20.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length171 ft (52.1 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,900 (2023)
Projected traffic88,868 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-205 over Burton RD built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-205 over Burton RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does I-205 over Burton RD carry?

About 59,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I-205 over Burton RD?

The structure is 171 ft (52.1 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I-205 over Burton RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.