US Bridges

Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek

FairPosted for load

Benton County, Oregon · 0024 MI S of CR 58150 · Structure no. 08039 000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
67 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
112
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek in Benton County, Oregon. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 112 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 152 by 2040. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesPreacher CR RD
CrossesLobster Creek
Location0024 MI S of CR 58150
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyBenton County
StateOregon
Coordinates44.28566, -123.72075
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating15.8 US tons
Inventory rating12.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width23 ft (6.9 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic112 (2020)
Projected traffic152 by 2040
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Preacher CR RD over Lobster 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek carry?

About 112 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Preacher CR RD over Lobster Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.