US Bridges

SR 167 over Third Ave SW

Good

King County, Washington · 0.5 N Pierce CO · Structure no. 0010513A0000000

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
164 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
52,419
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over Third Ave SW is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 167 over Third Ave SW in King County, Washington. It was built in 1977 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 52,419 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,108 by 2039. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 167
CrossesThird Ave SW
Location0.5 N Pierce CO
RouteState Highway 167
Coordinates47.26492, -122.26183
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.3 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length164 ft (50 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.7 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic52,419 (2023)
Projected traffic72,108 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over Third Ave SW built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is SR 167 over Third Ave SW 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 167 over Third Ave SW carry?

About 52,419 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over Third Ave SW?

The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over Third Ave SW?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.