Road over S Prairie Creek
GoodPierce County, Washington · 5.9 MI E of Sunset Lake · Structure no. 060507000001288
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 41
- 1992 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Road over S Prairie Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Road over S Prairie Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 59 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 41 vehicles a day, projected to reach 61 by 2045. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.2 mi (158 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Road over S Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is Road over S Prairie Creek 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 2022.
How much traffic does Road over S Prairie Creek carry?
About 41 vehicles per day (1992 count).
How long is Road over S Prairie Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Road over S Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.