3rd ST SW over BNSF RR
FairKing County, Washington · 0.3 Miles West of SR 18 · Structure no. 087194000000000
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
3rd ST SW over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR 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 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2039. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 105 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 117 ft (35.7 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.
Who owns 3rd ST SW over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.