County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 4.3 MI N of Drain · Structure no. 19C101017800113
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 183
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 183 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 208 by 2025. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 178 over Little Sand 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek carry?
About 183 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 178 over Little Sand Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.