70 Av E over Wapato Creek
GoodPierce County, Washington · 0.1 S Valley Ave · Structure no. 088553000000000
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 9,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
70 Av E over Wapato Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 70 Av E over Wapato Creek 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,200 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 70 Av E over Wapato Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is 70 Av E over Wapato Creek 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does 70 Av E over Wapato Creek carry?
About 9,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is 70 Av E over Wapato Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns 70 Av E over Wapato Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.