Preston Fall City over Raging River
FairKing County, Washington · 0.25 MI S of SR-202 · Structure no. 086442000000000
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 199 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,092
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Preston Fall City over Raging River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Preston Fall City over Raging River in King County, Washington. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 9,092 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2039. The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long and 48 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Preston Fall City over Raging River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Preston Fall City over Raging River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Preston Fall City over Raging River carry?
About 9,092 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Preston Fall City over Raging River?
The structure is 199 ft (60.7 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Preston Fall City over Raging River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.