Olympic DR NW over SR 16
FairPierce County, Washington · 1.6 N JCT SR 16 Ar · Structure no. 0009245A0000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 207 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,899
- 2012 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Olympic DR NW over SR 16 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Olympic DR NW over SR 16 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1996, 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 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 22,899 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,738 by 2036. The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long and 79 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Olympic DR NW over SR 16 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Olympic DR NW over SR 16 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Olympic DR NW over SR 16 carry?
About 22,899 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Olympic DR NW over SR 16?
The structure is 207 ft (63.1 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns Olympic DR NW over SR 16?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.