Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet
GoodPierce County, Washington · 5.5 W JCT SR 16 · Structure no. 086498000000000
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 223 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,275
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 2,275 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,750 by 2041. The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet 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 2024.
How much traffic does Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet carry?
About 2,275 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet?
The structure is 223 ft (68.1 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Kopachuck DR NW over Henderson Bay Inlet?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.