County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose
GoodDouglas County, Oregon · 1.9 MI SW of Melrose · Structure no. 19C241 51 189
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 979
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose is a prestressed concrete slab carrying County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose in Douglas County, Oregon. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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.
It carries about 979 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,109 by 2025. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 10.6 mi (17 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose carry?
About 979 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 51 over Elgarose Cr/W. Melrose?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.