Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River
PoorPosted for loadColumbia County, Oregon · Vernonia City Limits · Structure no. 02323 102 06128
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 210 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,938
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River is a steel truss - thru carrying Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River in Columbia County, Oregon. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,938 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18.6 mi (30 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River carry?
About 2,938 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River?
The structure is 210 ft (63.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Or 47 (hwy 102) over Nehalem River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.