SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake
FairPierce County, Washington · 1.6 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0009415B0000000
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 512 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,613
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2006, 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 59,613 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,662 by 2039. The structure is 512 ft (156.1 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake carry?
About 59,613 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake?
The structure is 512 ft (156.1 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns SR 16 over Tyler ST - Snake Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.