US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek
GoodGrant County, Oregon · 27 MI S JCT or 19 · Structure no. 17407 005 12684
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 884
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek in Grant County, Oregon. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 884 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 15.5 mi (25 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek 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 Cottonwood Creek carry?
About 884 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 (hwy 005) over Cottonwood Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.