Paradise Connectio over Paradise River
FairPierce County, Washington · 18.2 Miles Northeast of N · Structure no. 9450018P0000000
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Paradise Connectio over Paradise River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Paradise Connectio over Paradise River in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 years old, older 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Paradise Connectio over Paradise River built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.
What condition is Paradise Connectio over Paradise River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Paradise Connectio over Paradise River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Paradise Connectio over Paradise River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Paradise Connectio over Paradise River?
It is owned by the National Park Service.