US Bridges

US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek

Fair

Baker County, Oregon · 06.5 MI NW Malheur Coline · Structure no. 02778A005 21674

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
327
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek in Baker County, Oregon. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 327 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 38.5 mi (62 km).

CarriesUS 26 (hwy 005)
CrossesWest Camp Creek
Location06.5 MI NW Malheur Coline
RouteU.S. Route 26
StateOregon
Coordinates44.42051, -118.113
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic327 (2022)
Projected traffic350 by 2042
Trucks32%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed38.5 mi (62 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek carry?

About 327 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.

How long is US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 (hwy 005) over West Camp Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.