Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 03.6 W Scotsburg Bridge · Structure no. 01688A045 01324
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,979
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,979 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek carry?
About 3,979 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Or 38 (hwy 045) over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.