US Bridges

37th ST NW over SR 167

Good

King County, Washington · 2.7 N JCT SR 18 · Structure no. 0008853C0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
273 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,527
2009 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

37th ST NW over SR 167 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 37th ST NW over SR 167 in King County, Washington. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5,527 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,810 by 2036. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Carries37th ST NW
CrossesSR 167
Location2.7 N JCT SR 18
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates47.34017, -122.24539
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 inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length273 ft (83.2 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.2 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,527 (2009)
Projected traffic8,810 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 37th ST NW over SR 167 built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is 37th ST NW over SR 167 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does 37th ST NW over SR 167 carry?

About 5,527 vehicles per day (2009 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is 37th ST NW over SR 167?

The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns 37th ST NW over SR 167?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.