SE 256th ST over Soos Creek
FairKing County, Washington · SE 256th ST @ 148 Ave SE · Structure no. 082997000000000
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1951
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
SE 256th ST over Soos Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SE 256th ST over Soos Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1951, so it is 98 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,500 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Soos Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1951.
What condition is SE 256th ST over Soos 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does SE 256th ST over Soos Creek carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SE 256th ST over Soos Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns SE 256th ST over Soos Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.