US Bridges

Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek

Good

Douglas County, Oregon · 03.9 MI E Reedsport Ecl · Structure no. 01685A045 00576

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
174 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,998
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 3,998 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2042. The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 22.4 mi (36 km).

Location

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CarriesOr 38 (hwy 045)
CrossesDean Creek
Location03.9 MI E Reedsport Ecl
RouteState Highway 38
CountyDouglas County
StateOregon
Coordinates43.69345, -123.99963
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length174 ft (53 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,998 (2022)
Projected traffic4,100 by 2042
Trucks27%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed22.4 mi (36 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek carry?

About 3,998 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.

How long is Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek?

The structure is 174 ft (53 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Or 38 (hwy 045) over Dean Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.