US Bridges

HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange)

Good

Baker County, Oregon · 116 MI N Malheur CO Line · Structure no. 09820 006C34042

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange) in Baker County, Oregon. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 17 vehicles a day, roughly 47% of them trucks, projected to reach 30 by 2030. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.8 mi (114 km).

CarriesHWY 6 Conn #2
CrossesUPRR (dixie Interchange)
Location116 MI N Malheur CO Line
RouteInterstate 70008
StateOregon
Coordinates44.44463, -117.32696
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+1 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17 (2022)
Projected traffic30 by 2030
Trucks47%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed70.8 mi (114 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange) built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange) in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange) carry?

About 17 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 47% are trucks.

How long is HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange)?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 6 Conn #2 over UPRR (dixie Interchange)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.