Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 00.1 N JCT HWY 073 · Structure no. 02279A234 01710
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1967
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 250 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,285
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 88 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 5 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 14,285 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,560 by 2030. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 84 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.
What condition is Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek carry?
About 14,285 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek?
The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 84 ft wide.
Who owns Or 99 (hwy 234) over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.