SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek
FairKing County, Washington · 1.0 MI W of SR-167 · Structure no. 085617000000000
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,713
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek in King County, Washington. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 27,713 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,500 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is SW 43rd Street over Springbrook 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek carry?
About 27,713 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns SW 43rd Street over Springbrook Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.