US Bridges

SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR

Good

Snohomish County, Washington · JCT US 2 · Structure no. 0017938A0000000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
705 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
7,378
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR in Snohomish County, Washington. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 7,378 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,597 by 2039. The structure is 705 ft (214.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 522 E-E Ramp
CrossesBNSF RR
LocationJCT US 2
RouteState Highway 522
CountySnohomish County
StateWashington
Coordinates47.862, -121.98419
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHL 93
Structure length705 ft (214.9 m)
Longest span225 ft (68.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.1 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,378 (2023)
Projected traffic10,597 by 2039
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$9.7 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR carry?

About 7,378 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR?

The structure is 705 ft (214.9 m) long with a longest span of 225 ft (68.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns SR 522 E-E Ramp over BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.