US Bridges

SR 18 over Terrain

Good

King County, Washington · 6.3 E JCT SR 169 · Structure no. 0015927A0000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
141 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
25,373
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 18 over Terrain is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 18 over Terrain in King County, Washington. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 25,373 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,039 by 2039. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesSR 18
CrossesTerrain
Location6.3 E JCT SR 169
RouteState Highway 18
Coordinates47.45165, -121.95448
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating77.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length141 ft (43 m)
Longest span138 ft (42.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,373 (2023)
Projected traffic38,039 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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$3.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 18 over Terrain built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 18 over Terrain 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 SR 18 over Terrain carry?

About 25,373 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 18 over Terrain?

The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 138 ft (42.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns SR 18 over Terrain?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.