Road Alert: OPEN: NE Index Creek Rd (Baring Bridge) between 641st Ave NE and 639th Ave NE

King County, Washington sent this bulletin at 12/14/2025 05:05 PM PST

NE Index Creek Rd (Baring Bridge) between 641st Ave NE and 639th Ave NE

Skykomish Area

The Baring Bridge on NE Index Creek Rd between 641st Ave NE and 639th Ave NE is open to traffic with new reduced weight restrictions of 5 tons/10,000 lbs. The speed limit on the bridge remains 5 mph and only one vehicle can be on the bridge at one time.

A permit is possible for loads over 5 tons. Please visit the Bridge load limits and permits in Unincorporated King County website for more information on the pre-approval process and the Application for Overlegal Load Permit To Cross King County-Owned Bridges and information to submit it. The permit must be approved prior to use.

For the most up-to-date information on road closures in unincorporated King County please visit KingCounty.gov/MyCommute.

Find safety information about flooding, landslides, power outages, and downed trees on the King County Emergency News blog: kcemergency.com

New 5 ton limit signs on the Baring Bridge in Unincorporated King County

Safety Reminders

Look for signs of slides: Bulges and cracks in the ground or leaning trees. Stay away and call 9-1-1 immediately.
Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Never drive through flooded roads. Water can be deeper than it appears and may hide washed-out or damaged pavement.
Respect road and trail closure signs and barricades: They are in place to keep you safe.
Slow down and increase following distance: Heavy rain reduces both visibility and stopping time.
Our crews are ready to respond 24/7 to reports, closing unsafe areas, and clearing what they can as conditions allow.

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