Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough
GoodHarney County, Oregon · 22.3 Mi. SE JCT US 20/395 · Structure no. 03595B442 02234
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 69 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 854
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough in Harney County, Oregon. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 854 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 920 by 2042. The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough carry?
About 854 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.
How long is Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough?
The structure is 69 ft (21 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Or 78 (hwy 442) over Malheur Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.