US Bridges

Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail

Good

King County, Washington · 5400 Sand Point Way NE · Structure no. 086865000000000

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,233
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail in King County, Washington. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 5,233 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,880 by 2040. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPrinceton Ave NE
CrossesBurke Gilman Trail
Location5400 Sand Point Way NE
RouteCity Street 1140
Coordinates47.66861, -122.27556
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length106 ft (32.3 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,233 (2022)
Projected traffic4,880 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman 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 2023.

How much traffic does Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail carry?

About 5,233 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail?

The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Princeton Ave NE over Burke Gilman Trail?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.