US Bridges

Ramp over SB I-5

Good

Snohomish County, Washington · 2.9 N JCT SR 104 · Structure no. 0016469A0000000

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
603 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
5,180
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp over SB I-5 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ramp over SB I-5 in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger than the Washington average of 49.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,180 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,500 by 2039. The structure is 603 ft (183.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesRamp
CrossesSB I-5
Location2.9 N JCT SR 104
RouteInterstate 5
Coordinates47.81453, -122.29508
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating39 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length603 ft (183.8 m)
Longest span151 ft (46 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,180 (2019)
Projected traffic7,500 by 2039
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$12 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp over SB I-5 built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp over SB I-5 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Ramp over SB I-5 carry?

About 5,180 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Ramp over SB I-5?

The structure is 603 ft (183.8 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ramp over SB I-5?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.