US Bridges

US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD

Good

Deschutes County, Oregon · In Bend · Structure no. 18173 004 13824

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
123 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
43,502
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 43,502 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,300 by 2042. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 95 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesUS 97 (hwy 004)
CrossesBNSF Spur and Access RD
LocationIn Bend
RouteU.S. Route 97
StateOregon
Coordinates44.05005, -121.3068
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating27.1 US tons
Inventory rating21.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length123 ft (37.5 m)
Longest span123 ft (37.5 m)
Deck width95 ft (29 m)
Roadway width92 ft (28 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,502 (2022)
Projected traffic59,300 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD 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 US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD carry?

About 43,502 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD?

The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 123 ft (37.5 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.

Who owns US 97 (hwy 004) over BNSF Spur and Access RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.