US Bridges

304th ST over SR 18

Good

King County, Washington · 4.6 E JCT SR 164 · Structure no. 0014776F0000000

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
259 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
11,963
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

304th ST over SR 18 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 304th ST over SR 18 in King County, Washington. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 11,963 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,735 by 2038. The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long and 56 ft wide.

Carries304th ST
CrossesSR 18
Location4.6 E JCT SR 164
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates47.33044, -122.15856
Functional classUrban 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.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length259 ft (78.9 m)
Longest span131 ft (39.8 m)
Deck width56 ft (17 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,963 (2016)
Projected traffic18,735 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$6.8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was 304th ST over SR 18 built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is 304th ST over SR 18 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 2023.

How much traffic does 304th ST over SR 18 carry?

About 11,963 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 304th ST over SR 18?

The structure is 259 ft (78.9 m) long with a longest span of 131 ft (39.8 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns 304th ST over SR 18?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.