Yesler Way over 5th Ave S
FairKing County, Washington · 5th Ave S & Yesler Way · Structure no. 085049000000000
- Built
- 1912
- 113 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,215
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Yesler Way over 5th Ave S is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Yesler Way over 5th Ave S in King County, Washington. It was built in 1912 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 113 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 7,215 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,802 by 2040. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Yesler Way over 5th Ave S built?
It was built in 1912, making it 113 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is Yesler Way over 5th Ave S 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Yesler Way over 5th Ave S carry?
About 7,215 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Yesler Way over 5th Ave S?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Yesler Way over 5th Ave S?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.