South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5
GoodPierce County, Washington · 0.0 Int. JCT I-5 · Structure no. 085261000000000
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,145
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5 is a prestressed concrete girder and floorbeam system carrying South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5 in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 12,145 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,861 by 2043. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 60 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5 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 South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5 carry?
About 12,145 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns South 48th Street over Interstate HWY 5?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.