Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River
PoorClosed to trafficPierce County, Washington · 0.2 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 085011000000000
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 764 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,255
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River is a steel truss - thru carrying Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1925, so it is 100 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 15,255 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,461 by 2043. The structure is 764 ft (232.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River carry?
About 15,255 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River?
The structure is 764 ft (232.9 m) long with a longest span of 252 ft (76.8 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Fish War Mem X-Ing over Puyallup River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.