Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek
PoorPierce County, Washington · West of Bridge 84010 · Structure no. AFWAPQWY00001
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek is a steel culvert carrying Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Washington average of 49.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2046. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek carry?
About 3,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.
How long is Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Barnes Blvd over Clover Creek?
It is owned by the Army.