US Bridges

SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 25.8 N JCT SR 7 · Structure no. 0009010A0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
278 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
26,878
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp 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 26,878 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,480 by 2039. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 161
CrossesSR 512 N-W Ramp
Location25.8 N JCT SR 7
RouteState Highway 161
Coordinates47.16125, -122.29678
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating16.1 US tons
Inventory rating12.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length278 ft (84.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,878 (2023)
Projected traffic45,480 by 2039
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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$5.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp built?

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

What condition is SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp carry?

About 26,878 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp?

The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns SR 161 over SR 512 N-W Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.