US Bridges

SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 0.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0018189E0000000

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
694 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
40,134
2012 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR 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 40,134 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,141 by 2036. The structure is 694 ft (211.5 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 16 Hov Lanes
CrossesCenter ST / ST RR
Location0.1 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 16
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.23329, -122.4635
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length694 ft (211.5 m)
Longest span172 ft (52.4 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.6 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,134 (2012)
Projected traffic66,141 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$20.4 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR built?

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

What condition is SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR carry?

About 40,134 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR?

The structure is 694 ft (211.5 m) long with a longest span of 172 ft (52.4 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 Hov Lanes over Center ST / ST RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.