168th Way SE over Covington Creek
GoodKing County, Washington · 2.7 MI E of SR-18 · Structure no. 081389000000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 195 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,080
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
168th Way SE over Covington Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 168th Way SE over Covington Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 61 years old, older 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 1,080 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2042. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 168th Way SE over Covington Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is 168th Way SE over Covington Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does 168th Way SE over Covington Creek carry?
About 1,080 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is 168th Way SE over Covington Creek?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns 168th Way SE over Covington Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.