US Bridges

So 146th ST over SR 509

Good

King County, Washington · 0.1 N JCT SR 518 · Structure no. 0008745D0000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
296 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,632
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

So 146th ST over SR 509 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying So 146th ST over SR 509 in King County, Washington. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,632 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks. The structure is 296 ft (90.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSo 146th ST
CrossesSR 509
Location0.1 N JCT SR 518
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates47.47233, -122.33178
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length296 ft (90.2 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,632 (2012)
Projected traffic—
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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$4.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was So 146th ST over SR 509 built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is So 146th ST over SR 509 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does So 146th ST over SR 509 carry?

About 5,632 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is So 146th ST over SR 509?

The structure is 296 ft (90.2 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns So 146th ST over SR 509?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.