SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek
FairKing County, Washington · 0.2 N SR 18 · Structure no. 0016008C0000000
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 256 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2002 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,480 by 2036. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek?
The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns SE 256th ST over Jenkins Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.