US Bridges

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet

Good

Deschutes County, Oregon · 0.04 MI E of Rimrock DR · Structure no. 20023 015 11111

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,915
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet is a concrete culvert carrying Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 17,915 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,600 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesOr 126 (hwy 015)
CrossesGlacier Highland Couplet
Location0.04 MI E of Rimrock DR
RouteState Highway 126
StateOregon
Coordinates44.2693, -121.18995
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating38.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width89 ft (27 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,915 (2022)
Projected traffic24,600 by 2042
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet carry?

About 17,915 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns Or 126 (hwy 015) over Glacier Highland Couplet?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.