US Bridges

SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512

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Pierce County, Washington · 5.2 N JCT SR 507 · Structure no. 0007024A0000000

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
113 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
41,537
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512 is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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.

It carries about 41,537 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,615 by 2039. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 7 (pacific Ave)
CrossesSR 512
Location5.2 N JCT SR 507
RouteState Highway 7
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.15806, -122.43422
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width76 ft (23.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,537 (2023)
Projected traffic59,615 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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$4.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512 carry?

About 41,537 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns SR 7 (pacific Ave) over SR 512?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.