SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave
GoodPierce County, Washington · 0.7 N JCT I-705 · Structure no. 0014409B0000000
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Segmental Box Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 3,584 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,925
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave is a prestressed concrete continuous segmental box girder carrying SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 14,925 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,927 by 2039. The structure is 3,584 ft (1,092.4 m) long and 76 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave carry?
About 14,925 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave?
The structure is 3,584 ft (1,092.4 m) long with a longest span of 445 ft (135.6 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.
Who owns SR 509 over River RR Portland Ave?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.