US Bridges

SR 18 over Green River

Good

King County, Washington · 2.5 E JCT SR 164 · Structure no. 0014354B0000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
406 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,147
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 18 over Green River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 18 over Green River in King County, Washington. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 28,147 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,870 by 2039. The structure is 406 ft (123.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 18
CrossesGreen River
Location2.5 E JCT SR 164
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates47.30262, -122.17759
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.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating53 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length406 ft (123.7 m)
Longest span171 ft (52.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,147 (2023)
Projected traffic40,870 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$7.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 18 over Green River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 18 over Green 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 18 over Green River carry?

About 28,147 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 18 over Green River?

The structure is 406 ft (123.7 m) long with a longest span of 171 ft (52.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 18 over Green River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.