US Bridges

SR 169 over Cedar River

Good

King County, Washington · 3.6 N JCT SR 516 · Structure no. 0013791A0000000

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
244 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,007
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 169 over Cedar River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 169 over Cedar River in King County, Washington. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 22,007 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,614 by 2039. The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 169
CrossesCedar River
Location3.6 N JCT SR 516
RouteState Highway 169
Coordinates47.40572, -122.03956
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length244 ft (74.4 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width61 ft (18.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,007 (2023)
Projected traffic32,614 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$7.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 169 over Cedar River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 169 over Cedar River 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 SR 169 over Cedar River carry?

About 22,007 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 169 over Cedar River?

The structure is 244 ft (74.4 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns SR 169 over Cedar River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.