US Bridges

I-5 over Exp Galer-Lakeview V

Fair

King County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT I-90 · Structure no. 0006303D0000000

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
1,908 ft
22 main spans
Daily traffic
39,824
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-5 over Exp Galer-Lakeview V is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-5 over Exp 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 39,824 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,431 by 2039. The structure is 1,908 ft (581.5 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-5
CrossesExp Galer-Lakeview V
Location2.9 N JCT I-90
RouteInterstate 5
CountyKing County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.63178, -122.32481
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans22
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,908 ft (581.5 m)
Longest span88 ft (26.8 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.7 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,824 (2023)
Projected traffic66,431 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$63.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is I-5 over Exp 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 July 2023.

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

About 39,824 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

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

The structure is 1,908 ft (581.5 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns I-5 over Exp Galer-Lakeview V?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.