US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel

Good

Harney County, Oregon · 009 MI W HWY 49 JCT · Structure no. 03504A007 10371

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,077
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel in Harney County, Oregon. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 2,077 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 102.5 mi (165 km).

CarriesUS 20 (hwy 007)
CrossesSilver Creek IRR Channel
Location009 MI W HWY 49 JCT
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOregon
Coordinates43.54178, -119.52679
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,077 (2022)
Projected traffic2,500 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed102.5 mi (165 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel carry?

About 2,077 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 (hwy 007) over Silver Creek IRR Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.