US Bridges

East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 1.7 N JCT I-5 · Structure no. 085244000000000

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,453
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,453 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,245 by 2043. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesEast 43rd Street
CrossesCmstp&p RR C to D ST
Location1.7 N JCT I-5
RouteCity Street 12802
Coordinates47.2184, -122.42722
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37 US tons
Inventory rating30 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,453 (2021)
Projected traffic2,245 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$6.9 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST 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 East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST carry?

About 1,453 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns East 43rd Street over Cmstp&p RR C to D ST?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.