Yesler Way over 4th Ave S
GoodKing County, Washington · 4th Ave S & Yesler Way · Structure no. 085047000000000
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Yesler Way over 4th Ave S is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Yesler Way over 4th Ave S in King County, Washington. It was built in 1909 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 116 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2038. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 76 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Yesler Way over 4th Ave S built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is Yesler Way over 4th Ave S 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Yesler Way over 4th Ave S carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Yesler Way over 4th Ave S?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns Yesler Way over 4th Ave S?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.