US Bridges

Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE

GoodPosted for load

Thurston County, Washington · Priest Point Pk · Structure no. 085006000000000

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Frame
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
143 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
600
2014 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE is a prestressed concrete continuous frame carrying Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE in Thurston County, Washington. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2036. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesPark Access RD
CrossesEast Bay Drive NE
LocationPriest Point Pk
RouteCity Street 92003
Coordinates47.06997, -122.89528
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating15 US tons
Inventory rating11.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic600 (2014)
Projected traffic250 by 2036
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$5.5 million (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE carry?

About 600 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Park Access RD over East Bay Drive NE?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.