Or 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 0.2 MI E of JCT HWY 99 · Structure no. 06821A073 00002
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,453
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 13,453 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,600 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 138 (hwy 138) 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 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek carry?
About 13,453 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Or 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns Or 138 (hwy 138) over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.