US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek
FairClatsop County, Oregon · 24.5 MI W of HWY 37 JCT · Structure no. 02479A047 02892
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,320
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek in Clatsop County, Oregon. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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.
It carries about 6,320 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2042. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock 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 047) over South Fork Rock Creek carry?
About 6,320 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m).
Who owns US 26 (hwy 047) over South Fork Rock Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.