South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay
GoodPierce County, Washington · 1.0 E JCT SR 302 · Structure no. 088161000000000
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 219 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,175
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 2,175 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2040. The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay 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 2024.
How much traffic does South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay carry?
About 2,175 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay?
The structure is 219 ft (66.8 m) long with a longest span of 214 ft (65.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns South Vaughn RD NW over Vaughn Bay?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.