US Bridges

Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel

Good

King County, Washington · 2.1 E JCT SR 900 · Structure no. 0016010E0000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2021
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,258
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel is a concrete continuous frame carrying Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel in King County, Washington. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 19,258 vehicles a day, projected to reach 30,813 by 2036. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHighlands DR NE
CrossesPedestrian Tunnel
Location2.1 E JCT SR 900
RouteCity Street 90
Coordinates47.53381, -122.02054
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 inspectionJuly 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,258 (2012)
Projected traffic30,813 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$936,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel 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 2021.

How much traffic does Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel carry?

About 19,258 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns Highlands DR NE over Pedestrian Tunnel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.