US Bridges

I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V

Fair

King County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT I-90 · Structure no. 0006303A0000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,671 ft
19 main spans
Daily traffic
104,978
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V in King County, Washington. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5 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 104,978 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 152,613 by 2039. The structure is 1,671 ft (509.3 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-5
CrossesGaler-Lakeview V
Location2.9 N JCT I-90
RouteInterstate 5
CountyKing County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.63211, -122.32419
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans19
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,671 ft (509.3 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.7 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic104,978 (2023)
Projected traffic152,613 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$51.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V carry?

About 104,978 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V?

The structure is 1,671 ft (509.3 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns I-5 over Galer-Lakeview V?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.