US Bridges

Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove

Good

Pierce County, Washington · 5.2 S Gig Hr · Structure no. 086191000000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
321 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,125
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 5,125 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,500 by 2040. The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesKey Peninsula HWY
CrossesVon Geldern Cove
Location5.2 S Gig Hr
RouteCounty Highway 92000
Coordinates47.26877, -122.76854
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length321 ft (97.8 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,125 (2019)
Projected traffic8,500 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$10.1 million (2020 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove carry?

About 5,125 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove?

The structure is 321 ft (97.8 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Key Peninsula HWY over Von Geldern Cove?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.