196th Ave NE over Evans Creek
FairKing County, Washington · 0.9 MI N of SR-202 · Structure no. 080606000000000
- Built
- 1913
- 112 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
196th Ave NE over Evans Creek is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 196th Ave NE over Evans Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1913, so it is 112 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 5 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 625 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 196th Ave NE over Evans Creek built?
It was built in 1913, making it 112 years old in 2025.
What condition is 196th Ave NE over Evans 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does 196th Ave NE over Evans Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is 196th Ave NE over Evans Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns 196th Ave NE over Evans Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.