Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek
FairPierce County, Washington · Grid Coord ET291177 · Structure no. DAPFORLEW000011
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2016 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Army
About this bridge
Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek 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 28 ft (8.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew 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 Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Sequalitchew Road over Sequalitchew Creek?
It is owned by the Army.