US Bridges

SR 512 over Fruitland Ave

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 5.0 E JCT SR 7 · Structure no. 0008673D0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
157 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
44,771
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 512 over Fruitland Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 512 over Fruitland Ave in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 44,771 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,690 by 2039. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 512
CrossesFruitland Ave
Location5.0 E JCT SR 7
RouteState Highway 512
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.15839, -122.32847
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length157 ft (47.9 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic44,771 (2023)
Projected traffic66,690 by 2039
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 512 over Fruitland Ave built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 512 over Fruitland Ave 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 512 over Fruitland Ave carry?

About 44,771 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 512 over Fruitland Ave?

The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns SR 512 over Fruitland Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.