What We Do

Bridge Engineering

• Inspects county-owned bridges, structures and ferry landings per state and federal requirements
• Designs new and retro-fits county bridges and other roadway structures
• Provides structural and project engineering support for other departments within the county
• Provides support to county ferries and airport facilities
• Frequently Asked Bridge Questions

• Surveys and develops base maps for all transportation projects, maintains important geographical data
• Oversees the Franchised Utility process
• Provides permits for Overweight/Oversize Loads and permits for Restricted Bridges

Construction Engineering

• Inspects work done by private contractors to ensure that design, plan specifications, budget, and time requirements are being met
• Materials testing
• Prepare soil reports and pavement designs
• Tabulate quantities for contractor payment

• Helps contractors on Pierce County projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations regarding:
• Subcontracting issues
• Fair labor standards
• Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Program
• On-site monitoring for Prevailing Wage and Equal Employment Opportunity
• Pierce County's Title VI compliance