US Bridges

SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way

Good

King County, Washington · JCT I-405 · Structure no. 0014039D0000000

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,411
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way in King County, Washington. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 8,411 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,219 by 2039. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 520 E-N Ramp
CrossesNorthup Way
LocationJCT I-405
RouteState Highway 520
Coordinates47.63317, -122.18708
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,411 (2023)
Projected traffic13,219 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way carry?

About 8,411 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SR 520 E-N Ramp over Northup Way?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.