FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

LONGMIRE SERVICE R

Carrying LONGMIRE SERVICE R over NISQUALLY RIVER

0.25 MILES EAST OF LONGMI, Pierce, Washington

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
10 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: LONGMIRE SERVICE R

The LONGMIRE SERVICE R bridge in Pierce, Washington carries LONGMIRE SERVICE R over NISQUALLY RIVER. It was built in 1923, making it 103 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 2005, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of wood or timber and spans 1 section, stretching 54.9 meters (180 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 250 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Washington bridges. It is owned and maintained by National Park Service.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure at 5/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 10.0 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How LONGMIRE SERVICE R compares

▼ 23.5
Load rating vs Washington average (33.5 t)
Bottom 2%
Lower load rating than 98% of Washington bridges
502
Bridges in Pierce · 18 in Poor condition
LONGMIRE SERVICE R 10.0 t
Washington average 33.5 t

Live comparison across Washington.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
10.5 / 100 - historical under-20 band
Structural adequacy /55
10.5
Serviceability /30
0.0
Essentiality /15
0.0
Special reductions
0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
5/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
10.0 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1923
Last Reconstructed
2005
Material
Wood or Timber
Number of Spans
1
Structure Length
54.9 m (180 ft)
Deck Width
4.5 m (15 ft)
Owner
National Park Service
Avg Daily Traffic
250 vehicles/day
Structure Number
9450002P0000000

Condition Analysis

  • At 5/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • At 5/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether LONGMIRE SERVICE R is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare LONGMIRE SERVICE R against other structures in Pierce and across Washington. Washington bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for LONGMIRE SERVICE R?

LONGMIRE SERVICE R in Pierce, Washington has a deck rating of 5/9, superstructure rating of 5/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is LONGMIRE SERVICE R inspected?

LONGMIRE SERVICE R's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 250 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. LONGMIRE SERVICE R is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for LONGMIRE SERVICE R?

LONGMIRE SERVICE R has an NBI inventory load rating of 10.0 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining LONGMIRE SERVICE R?

LONGMIRE SERVICE R is owned and maintained by National Park Service.

How old is LONGMIRE SERVICE R and does age affect safety?

LONGMIRE SERVICE R was built in 1923, making it 103 years old and last reconstructed in 2005.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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