US Bridges

Murray RD SW over I-5

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Pierce County, Washington · 8.7 N Thurston CO · Structure no. 0019133E0000000

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
162 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,021
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Murray RD SW over I-5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Murray RD SW over I-5 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8,021 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,153 by 2038. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesMurray RD SW
CrossesI-5
Location8.7 N Thurston CO
RouteCity Street 5
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.12735, -122.54225
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJanuary 2023
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 rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span156 ft (47.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,021 (2023)
Projected traffic19,153 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.6 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Murray RD SW over I-5 built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is Murray RD SW over I-5 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Murray RD SW over I-5 carry?

About 8,021 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Murray RD SW over I-5?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 156 ft (47.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Murray RD SW over I-5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.