US Bridges

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek

Good

Douglas County, Oregon · 11.5 MI W of HWY 001 JCT · Structure no. 00809A035 06566

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,811
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 5,811 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,100 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

CarriesOr 42 (hwy 035)
CrossesPorter Creek
Location11.5 MI W of HWY 001 JCT
RouteState Highway 42
StateOregon
Coordinates43.10419, -123.5443
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.5 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,811 (2022)
Projected traffic6,100 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek carry?

About 5,811 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Or 42 (hwy 035) over Porter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.