Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek
FairCurry County, Oregon · 3MI S & 9MI E of 97465 · Structure no. 061105000001034
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2021
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 76 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 1995 count
- Owner
- Federal
- U.S. Forest Service
About this bridge
Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek is a concrete continuous frame carrying Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek in Curry County, Oregon. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2045. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 17 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek 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 June 2021.
How much traffic does Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (1995 count).
How long is Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek?
The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.
Who owns Elk River Road over Purple Mtn Creek?
It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service.