US Bridges

SR 167 over Clarks Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 3.7 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0008682A0000000

Built
1970
55 years old, rebuilt 1978
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
131 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25,053
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over Clarks Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 167 over Clarks Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1978, so it is 55 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 25,053 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,387 by 2039. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 167
CrossesClarks Creek
Location3.7 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 167
Coordinates47.21353, -122.34192
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length131 ft (39.9 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25,053 (2023)
Projected traffic40,387 by 2039
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$4.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over Clarks Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1978.

What condition is SR 167 over Clarks 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 167 over Clarks Creek carry?

About 25,053 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over Clarks Creek?

The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over Clarks Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.