Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek
FairDouglas County, Oregon · 3.5 MI NE of Reedsport · Structure no. 19C260 48 241
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 149 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,481
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Smith R RD #48 over Frantz 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 1,481 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,676 by 2025. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith R RD #48 over Frantz 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek carry?
About 1,481 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek?
The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Smith R RD #48 over Frantz Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.