SR 16 over Union Ave
GoodPierce County, Washington · 1.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0009151C0000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 231 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71,543
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Union Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous frame carrying SR 16 over Union Ave in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 53 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 71,543 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 98,006 by 2039. The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Union Ave built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is SR 16 over Union 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Union Ave carry?
About 71,543 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Union Ave?
The structure is 231 ft (70.4 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns SR 16 over Union Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.