Wharf Road over Drainage Canal
FairPierce County, Washington · Grid Coord ET275180 · Structure no. DAPFORLEW000001
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2016 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Wharf Road over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying Wharf Road over Drainage Canal in Pierce County, Washington. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wharf Road over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wharf Road over Drainage Canal 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 Wharf Road over Drainage Canal carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Wharf Road over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns Wharf Road over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the Army.