Colorado Ave over Deschutes River
FairDeschutes County, Oregon · 018 MI W of HWY 97 · Structure no. 16852 372 00183
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,213
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Colorado Ave over Deschutes River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Colorado Ave over Deschutes River in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 10,213 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,623 by 2025. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Colorado Ave over Deschutes River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Colorado Ave over Deschutes 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Colorado Ave over Deschutes River carry?
About 10,213 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Colorado Ave over Deschutes River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Colorado Ave over Deschutes River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.