US Bridges

SR 167 over S-E Ramp

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 1.5 N JCT SR 161 · Structure no. 0009075B0000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2021
Type
Slab
Concrete Continuous
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,198
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over S-E Ramp is a concrete continuous slab carrying SR 167 over S-E Ramp in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 31,198 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 82,525 by 2039. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 167
CrossesS-E Ramp
Location1.5 N JCT SR 161
RouteState Highway 167
Coordinates47.20092, -122.26142
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 2021
Inspection intervalevery 48 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 rating72 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.6 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,198 (2023)
Projected traffic82,525 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
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$3.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over S-E Ramp built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 167 over S-E 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 April 2021.

How much traffic does SR 167 over S-E Ramp carry?

About 31,198 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over S-E Ramp?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over S-E Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.