US Bridges

SR 167 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 2.1 N JCT SR 410 · Structure no. 0016597C0000000

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,217
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 167 SB Off Ramp 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 6,217 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,020 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 167 SB Off Ramp
CrossesSoaton Creek
Location2.1 N JCT SR 410
RouteState Highway 167
Coordinates47.233, -122.25133
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 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width83 ft (25.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,217 (2023)
Projected traffic6,020 by 2039
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$449,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 167 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 167 SB Off Ramp 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 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek carry?

About 6,217 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is SR 167 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 SB Off Ramp over Soaton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.