US Bridges

SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail

Good

King County, Washington · 0.05 MI E of SR-169 · Structure no. 086087000000000

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,082
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail is a concrete culvert carrying SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail in King County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 6,082 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,669 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 82 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSE 216th Way
CrossesCedar River Trail
Location0.05 MI E of SR-169
RouteCounty Highway 98571
Coordinates47.40702, -122.03754
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width82 ft (25 m)
Roadway width66 ft (20 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,082 (2020)
Projected traffic4,669 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail carry?

About 6,082 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.

Who owns SE 216th Way over Cedar River Trail?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.