Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek
GoodPierce County, Washington · 00.42 W JCT SR162 · Structure no. 082052000000000
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 99 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2041. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lower Burnett RD E over South 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 99 ft (30.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Lower Burnett RD E over South Prairie Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.