US Bridges

SR 167 over Ellingson Road

Fair

King County, Washington · 1.1 N Pierce CO · Structure no. 0010513B0000000

Built
1977
48 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
163 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
48,865
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over Ellingson Road is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 167 over Ellingson Road 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 48,865 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,809 by 2039. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 167
CrossesEllingson Road
Location1.1 N Pierce CO
RouteState Highway 167
CountyKing County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.27282, -122.2592
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.1 m)
Roadway width82 ft (25 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic48,865 (2023)
Projected traffic66,809 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$6.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over Ellingson Road built?

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

What condition is SR 167 over Ellingson Road 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 167 over Ellingson Road carry?

About 48,865 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over Ellingson Road?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over Ellingson Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.