US Bridges

SR 167 over Soaton Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT SR 410 · Structure no. 0016597B0000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
47,924
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 over Soaton Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 167 over Soaton Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 47,924 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,272 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 167
CrossesSoaton Creek
Location2.9 N JCT SR 410
RouteState Highway 167
Coordinates47.24067, -122.25425
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating106.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,924 (2023)
Projected traffic67,272 by 2039
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 over Soaton Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 167 over Soaton Creek 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 167 over Soaton Creek carry?

About 47,924 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 over Soaton Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns SR 167 over Soaton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.