US Bridges

SR 202 over Tokul Creek

Good

King County, Washington · 2.7 E JCT SR 203 · Structure no. 0012606A0000000

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
217 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,740
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 202 over Tokul Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 202 over Tokul Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 9,740 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,697 by 2039. The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 202
CrossesTokul Creek
Location2.7 E JCT SR 203
RouteState Highway 202
CountyKing County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.55411, -121.83608
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length217 ft (66.1 m)
Longest span144 ft (43.9 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,740 (2023)
Projected traffic13,697 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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$3.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 202 over Tokul Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 202 over Tokul Creek 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 202 over Tokul Creek carry?

About 9,740 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 202 over Tokul Creek?

The structure is 217 ft (66.1 m) long with a longest span of 144 ft (43.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 202 over Tokul Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.