US Bridges

SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove

GoodPosted for load

Kitsap County, Washington · 9.1 E JCT SR 3 · Structure no. 0013159A0000000

Built
1986
39 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
440 ft
36 main spans
Daily traffic
13,866
2010 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove is a concrete slab carrying SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove in Kitsap County, Washington. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 39 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 13,866 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,600 by 2036. The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesSR 104
CrossesApple Tree Cove
Location9.1 E JCT SR 3
RouteState Highway 104
Coordinates47.79567, -122.49589
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating22 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans36
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length440 ft (134.1 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deck16 ft (4.9 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,866 (2010)
Projected traffic23,600 by 2036
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$18 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove carry?

About 13,866 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove?

The structure is 440 ft (134.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns SR 104 over Apple Tree Cove?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.