US Bridges

US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR

Good

Baker County, Oregon · 2.1 Mi. S. Lime · Structure no. 21252 449 00275

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
160 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
151
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR in Baker County, Oregon. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 151 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2042. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.8 mi (114 km).

CarriesUS 30 (hwy 449)
CrossesBurnt River and UPRR
Location2.1 Mi. S. Lime
RouteU.S. Route 30
StateOregon
Coordinates44.3786, -117.29843
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating60.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span160 ft (48.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic151 (2022)
Projected traffic180 by 2042
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad and waterway
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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR carry?

About 151 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 30 (hwy 449) over Burnt River and UPRR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.