US Bridges

Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek

Good

Pierce County, Washington · .5 N JCT Shr 1 · Structure no. 084759000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,914
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 15,914 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,000 by 2039. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesLakewood DR SW
CrossesFlett Creek
Location.5 N JCT Shr 1
RouteCity Street 93210
Coordinates47.18339, -122.50857
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,914 (2023)
Projected traffic32,000 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lakewood DR SW over Flett 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek carry?

About 15,914 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns Lakewood DR SW over Flett Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.