Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River
FairPosted for loadColumbia County, Oregon · 11.0 MI S HWY 110 JCT · Structure no. 01415 102 05714
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,371
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River in Columbia County, Oregon. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 5 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 other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 1,371 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River carry?
About 1,371 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Or 47 (hwy 102) over East Fork Nehalem River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.