US Bridges

I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps

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Pierce County, Washington · 0.1 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 0018818C0000000

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Concrete
Length
651 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
43,247
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 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, projected to reach 70,406 by 2038. The structure is 651 ft (198.4 m) long and 32 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-5 NB Hov Lane
CrossesI-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps
Location0.1 N JCT I-5
RouteInterstate 5
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.22994, -122.46099
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 inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans5
Design loadHL 93
Structure length651 ft (198.4 m)
Longest span151 ft (46 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,247 (2016)
Projected traffic70,406 by 2038
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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$9.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps carry?

About 43,247 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps?

The structure is 651 ft (198.4 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns I-5 NB Hov Lane over I-5 SB SR 16 W/Nb Rmps?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.