US Bridges

New York Ave over I-5

Fair

Pierce County, Washington · 10.4 N Thurston C0 · Structure no. 0005523A0000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
139 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,358
2002 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

New York Ave over I-5 is a concrete continuous slab carrying New York Ave over I-5 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 5 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 2,358 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,282 by 2036. The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesNew York Ave
CrossesI-5
Location10.4 N Thurston C0
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.14164, -122.51519
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating90.9 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.4 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,358 (2002)
Projected traffic4,282 by 2036
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was New York Ave over I-5 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is New York Ave over I-5 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does New York Ave over I-5 carry?

About 2,358 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is New York Ave over I-5?

The structure is 139 ft (42.4 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns New York Ave over I-5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.