US Bridges

Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad

Good

Deschutes County, Oregon · Murphy RD · Structure no. 23987 000 00000

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
125 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,772
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad in Deschutes County, Oregon. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 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 2,772 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,192 by 2025. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesMurphy RD
CrossesBNSF Railroad
LocationMurphy RD
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateOregon
Coordinates44.01911, -121.28908
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.8 US tons
Inventory rating60 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span125 ft (38.1 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,772 (2020)
Projected traffic3,192 by 2025
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad 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 2024.

How much traffic does Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad carry?

About 2,772 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Murphy RD over BNSF Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.