US Bridges

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek

Fair

Douglas County, Oregon · 7.4 MI E of County Line · Structure no. 16416 035 05239

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,879
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek is a steel culvert carrying Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 2,879 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesOr 42 (hwy 035)
CrossesHolmes Creek
Location7.4 MI E of County Line
RouteState Highway 42
CountyDouglas County
StateOregon
Coordinates43.00157, -123.71587
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,879 (2022)
Projected traffic3,100 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek carry?

About 2,879 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Or 42 (hwy 035) over Holmes Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.