US Bridges

Old Nisqually RD over I-5

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 2.0 N Thurston CO · Structure no. 0008134D0000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
138 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,686
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Nisqually RD over I-5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old Nisqually RD over I-5 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5,686 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,256 by 2038. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesOld Nisqually RD
CrossesI-5
Location2.0 N Thurston CO
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates47.08289, -122.67015
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionMarch 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 rating73 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length138 ft (42.1 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,686 (2016)
Projected traffic9,256 by 2038
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$2.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Nisqually RD over I-5 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Nisqually RD over I-5 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Old Nisqually RD over I-5 carry?

About 5,686 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Old Nisqually RD over I-5?

The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Old Nisqually RD over I-5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.