US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City)
FairGrant County, Oregon · 083 MI E JCT US RTE 395 · Structure no. 02464 005 17062
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 136 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,893
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City) in Grant County, Oregon. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 1,893 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2042. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.3 mi (68 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City) built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City) 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City) carry?
About 1,893 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City)?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 (hwy 005) over John Day R(prairie City)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.