US Bridges

S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 0.4 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0008543C0000000

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,575
2002 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,575 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,676 by 2036. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesS 25th ST
CrossesSR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av
Location0.4 N JCT I-5
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates47.23664, -122.46358
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span99 ft (30.2 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,575 (2002)
Projected traffic4,676 by 2036
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
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 S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av carry?

About 2,575 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns S 25th ST over SR 16 Ramps/S Sprague Av?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.