SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST
GoodPierce County, Washington · 0.7 N JCT I-705 · Structure no. 0014520A0000000
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 997 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,733
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST 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 3,733 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,613 by 2039. The structure is 997 ft (303.9 m) long and 28 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 SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST carry?
About 3,733 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST?
The structure is 997 ft (303.9 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns SR 509 Ramp over Railroad & East River ST?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.