US Bridges

SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek

Fair

Pierce County, Washington · 16.4 N Rainier Park · Structure no. 000000EI0000000

Built
1918
107 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,964
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1918, so it is 107 years old, older 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 1,964 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,994 by 2039. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 165
CrossesWilkeson Creek
Location16.4 N Rainier Park
RouteState Highway 165
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.10011, -122.04564
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating66 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.6 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,964 (2023)
Projected traffic2,994 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$470,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek built?

It was built in 1918, making it 107 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek carry?

About 1,964 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.