Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek
GoodPosted for loadDouglas County, Oregon · 47. MI E of HWY 99 · Structure no. 16858 073 04716
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 95 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,149
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 1,149 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 80.8 mi (130 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,149 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Or 138 (hwy 138) over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.