SR 162 over Puyallup River
GoodPierce County, Washington · 4.4 E JCT SR 410 · Structure no. 0018685A0000000
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 270 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,803
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 162 over Puyallup River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 162 over Puyallup River in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 20,803 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,562 by 2039. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 162 over Puyallup River built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 162 over Puyallup River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 162 over Puyallup River carry?
About 20,803 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 162 over Puyallup River?
The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 155 ft (47.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 162 over Puyallup River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.