Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek
FairPierce County, Washington · 2.8 Miles North of Jct. W · Structure no. 9450024P0000000
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 273 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,564
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek is a concrete arch - deck carrying Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 2,564 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,077 by 2042. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek 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 Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek carry?
About 2,564 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek?
The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 148 ft (45.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Washington Route 4 over Deadwood Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.