US Bridges

SR 167 over BNSF RR

PoorPosted for load

Pierce County, Washington · 0.6 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0001784A0000000

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
211 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
28,316
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over BNSF RR is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 167 over BNSF RR in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 28,316 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,760 by 2039. The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 167
CrossesBNSF RR
Location0.6 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 167
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.23726, -122.39646
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.3 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length211 ft (64.3 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,316 (2023)
Projected traffic42,760 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 167 over BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 167 over BNSF RR carry?

About 28,316 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over BNSF RR?

The structure is 211 ft (64.3 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.