US Bridges

SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 0.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0018189C0000000

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,425 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
46,602
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46,602 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,839 by 2039. The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 16
CrossesS Tacoma Way/Strr/Center
Location0.1 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 16
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.23174, -122.46247
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHL 93
Structure length1,425 ft (434.3 m)
Longest span195 ft (59.4 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,602 (2023)
Projected traffic63,839 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkSTRAHNET connector

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$35.2 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center carry?

About 46,602 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center?

The structure is 1,425 ft (434.3 m) long with a longest span of 195 ft (59.4 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 over S Tacoma Way/Strr/Center?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.