US Bridges

Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R.

Fair

Pierce County, Washington · Shaw Road E. · Structure no. 088375000000000

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
337 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,754
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R. in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 17,754 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,938 by 2039. The structure is 337 ft (102.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesShaw Road E
CrossesInter Ave and BNSF R.R.
LocationShaw Road E.
RouteCity Street 97430
CountyPierce County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.19028, -122.25739
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length337 ft (102.7 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,754 (2017)
Projected traffic46,938 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$8 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R. built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R. in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R. carry?

About 17,754 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R.?

The structure is 337 ft (102.7 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns Shaw Road E over Inter Ave and BNSF R.R.?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.