US Bridges

SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 0.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0018818B0000000

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
571 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
43,247
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 43,247 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 70,406 by 2038. The structure is 571 ft (174 m) long and 72 ft wide.

CarriesSR 16 Hov Lanes
CrossesS Tacoma Way
Location0.1 N JCT I-5
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates47.23208, -122.46217
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 inspectionNovember 2024
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 rating52.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length571 ft (174 m)
Longest span162 ft (49.4 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,247 (2016)
Projected traffic70,406 by 2038
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$16.3 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way carry?

About 43,247 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way?

The structure is 571 ft (174 m) long with a longest span of 162 ft (49.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns SR 16 Hov Lanes over S Tacoma Way?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.