NB SR 16 over Tacoma Narrows

Fair Condition77 years old44,741 vehicles/day

Location

StateWashington
CountyPierce
Location5.1 N Jct I-5
CarriesNB SR 16
CrossesTacoma Narrows
Coordinates47.26472, -122.54603

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignSuspension
Total Length5978.0 ft (1822.1 m)
Max Span2799.9 ft (853.4 m)
Deck Width53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Area29882.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1949

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,741 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure Number0003418A0000000

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