US Bridges

HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal

FairPosted for load

Deschutes County, Oregon · 2.2 MI S of Bend Cl · Structure no. 17390 017 01981

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,508
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal is a steel culvert carrying HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 15,508 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,100 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesHWY 017
CrossesU.S.B.R. Canal
Location2.2 MI S of Bend Cl
RouteU.S. Route 17
CountyDeschutes County
StateOregon
Coordinates44.0769, -121.3042
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating42.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,508 (2022)
Projected traffic26,100 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal 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 2024.

How much traffic does HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal carry?

About 15,508 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns HWY 017 over U.S.B.R. Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.