US Bridges

Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek

Good

Columbia County, Oregon · 001 MI S Spitzenburg · Structure no. 13763A114301410

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
84 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,967
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek in Columbia County, Oregon. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 1,967 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,227 by 2025. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

CarriesScappoose-Vernonia
CrossesN Fk Scappoose Creek
Location001 MI S Spitzenburg
RouteCounty Highway A0744
StateOregon
Coordinates45.82494, -122.95739
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length84 ft (25.6 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,967 (2020)
Projected traffic2,227 by 2025
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek carry?

About 1,967 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek?

The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Scappoose-Vernonia over N Fk Scappoose Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.