US Bridges

Wollochet DR NW over SR 16

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT SR 16 Ar · Structure no. 0009380A0000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
228 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,003
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wollochet DR NW over SR 16 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Wollochet DR NW over SR 16 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1972, 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 15,003 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,535 by 2038. The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesWollochet DR NW
CrossesSR 16
Location2.9 N JCT SR 16 Ar
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates47.32072, -122.59061
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 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 rating99 US tons
Inventory rating62.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length228 ft (69.5 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.2 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,003 (2012)
Projected traffic25,535 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Wollochet DR NW over SR 16 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wollochet DR NW over SR 16 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Wollochet DR NW over SR 16 carry?

About 15,003 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Wollochet DR NW over SR 16?

The structure is 228 ft (69.5 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Wollochet DR NW over SR 16?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.