US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon)
GoodGrant County, Oregon · 017 MI W JCT US 395 · Structure no. 00988A005 15233
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 312 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,377
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon) in Grant 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 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 1,377 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2042. The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon) built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon) 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon) carry?
About 1,377 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon)?
The structure is 312 ft (95 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(mt Vernon)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.