Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 10.6 MI E of HWY 99 · Structure no. 02493A073 01060
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,425
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 4,425 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,500 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak 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 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek carry?
About 4,425 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns Or 138 (hwy 138) over Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.