Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River
FairDeschutes County, Oregon · 1.2 Mi. West of HWY 97 · Structure no. 17B005000000000
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,067
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 16,067 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,817 by 2025. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Galveston Avenue 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 Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River carry?
About 16,067 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Galveston Avenue over Deschutes River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.