US Bridges

SR 167 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 2.1 N JCT SR 410 · Structure no. 0016597D0000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2022
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,017
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 167 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek is a concrete frame carrying SR 167 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 5,017 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,476 by 2039. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 167 on Ramp SB
CrossesSoaton Creek
Location2.1 N JCT SR 410
RouteState Highway 167
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.23219, -122.25108
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2022
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span33 ft (10.1 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,017 (2023)
Projected traffic7,476 by 2039
Trucks27%
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 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 167 on Ramp SB 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 November 2022.

How much traffic does SR 167 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek carry?

About 5,017 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

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

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns SR 167 on Ramp SB over Soaton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.