I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR
GoodPierce County, Washington · 1.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0012747B0000000
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,245 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,174
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 26,174 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,077 by 2039. The structure is 1,245 ft (379.5 m) long and 43 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 I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR carry?
About 26,174 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR?
The structure is 1,245 ft (379.5 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I-705 over 15th ST Vacated RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.