US Bridges

SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 17.2 N Rainier Park · Structure no. 0008217A0000000

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
83 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,521
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek 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 4,521 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,909 by 2039. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 165
CrossesWilkeson Creek
Location17.2 N Rainier Park
RouteState Highway 165
Coordinates47.10998, -122.05154
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,521 (2023)
Projected traffic6,909 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$1 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek carry?

About 4,521 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns SR 165 over Wilkeson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.