Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek
FairKing County, Washington · 1.0 MI NE of SR-520 · Structure no. 080413000000000
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 23,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek is a steel culvert carrying Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 23,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,000 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Novelty Hill RD over Bear 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek carry?
About 23,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Novelty Hill RD over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.