US Bridges

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River

Fair

Coos County, Oregon · 22.6 MI E of Myrtle Point · Structure no. 09215 035 04315

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
338 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,715
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River in Coos County, Oregon. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.

It carries about 2,715 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2042. The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesOr 42 (hwy 035)
CrossesCoquille River
Location22.6 MI E of Myrtle Point
RouteState Highway 42
StateOregon
Coordinates42.96228, -123.85473
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating24.7 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length338 ft (103 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,715 (2022)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
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 Coquille River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

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

How much traffic does Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River carry?

About 2,715 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River?

The structure is 338 ft (103 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Or 42 (hwy 035) over Coquille River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.