US Bridges

SR 16 over N-W Ramp

Good

Pierce County, Washington · JCT SR 302 · Structure no. 0010280B0000000

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
208 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,993
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over N-W Ramp is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 over N-W Ramp in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 26,993 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,215 by 2039. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 16
CrossesN-W Ramp
LocationJCT SR 302
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates47.3713, -122.61917
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating38 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,993 (2023)
Projected traffic36,215 by 2039
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$4.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 over N-W Ramp built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over N-W Ramp 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 N-W Ramp carry?

About 26,993 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over N-W Ramp?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 over N-W Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.