US Bridges

SR 167 over W-S Ramp

Fair

Pierce County, Washington · 1.8 N JCT SR 161 · Structure no. 0009075C0000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Concrete Continuous
Length
234 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
31,198
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over W-S Ramp is a concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying SR 167 over W-S 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 31,198 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,684 by 2039. The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 167
CrossesW-S Ramp
Location1.8 N JCT SR 161
RouteState Highway 167
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.20225, -122.25675
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating96 US tons
Inventory rating57 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length234 ft (71.3 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,198 (2023)
Projected traffic45,684 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure3
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$5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over W-S Ramp built?

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

What condition is SR 167 over W-S Ramp in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

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

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

How long is SR 167 over W-S Ramp?

The structure is 234 ft (71.3 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 over W-S Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.