US Bridges

HWY 241 over Catching Slough

Good

Coos County, Oregon · 02.23 MI E JCT HWY 009 · Structure no. 02278E241 00223

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,280 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
3,941
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 241 over Catching Slough is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY 241 over Catching Slough in Coos County, Oregon. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 3,941 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,000 by 2042. The structure is 1,280 ft (390.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY 241
CrossesCatching Slough
Location02.23 MI E JCT HWY 009
RouteState Highway 241
CountyCoos County
StateOregon
Coordinates43.36289, -124.17586
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.5 US tons
Inventory rating22.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length1,280 ft (390.1 m)
Longest span118 ft (36 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,941 (2022)
Projected traffic4,000 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$6.6 million
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 241 over Catching Slough built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 241 over Catching Slough 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY 241 over Catching Slough carry?

About 3,941 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY 241 over Catching Slough?

The structure is 1,280 ft (390.1 m) long with a longest span of 118 ft (36 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 241 over Catching Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.