China Hat Road over Arnold Canal
FairDeschutes County, Oregon · 00.60 MI East HWY 97 · Structure no. 17C52 252 00060
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,251
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
China Hat Road over Arnold Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying China Hat Road over Arnold Canal in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,251 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,396 by 2025. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was China Hat Road over Arnold Canal built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is China Hat Road over Arnold 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does China Hat Road over Arnold Canal carry?
About 2,251 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is China Hat Road over Arnold Canal?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns China Hat Road over Arnold Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.