US Bridges

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel

FairPosted for load

Coos County, Oregon · 00.8 MI W Myrtle Point · Structure no. 08512A035 01980

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,459
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel in Coos County, Oregon. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 6,459 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,900 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesOr 42 (hwy 035)
CrossesOverflow Channel
Location00.8 MI W Myrtle Point
RouteState Highway 42
StateOregon
Coordinates43.07517, -124.13804
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.3 US tons
Inventory rating17.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length120 ft (36.7 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,459 (2022)
Projected traffic6,900 by 2042
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel carry?

About 6,459 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel?

The structure is 120 ft (36.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns Or 42 (hwy 035) over Overflow Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.