Locust St. over Whychus Creek
GoodDeschutes County, Oregon · 0.5 Miles SE of Sisters · Structure no. 18164 118900151
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 531
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Locust St. over Whychus Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Locust St. over Whychus Creek in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 531 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 626 by 2025. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Locust St. over Whychus Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is Locust St. over Whychus Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does Locust St. over Whychus Creek carry?
About 531 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Locust St. over Whychus Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Locust St. over Whychus Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.