US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek
FairHarney County, Oregon · 5.2 MI.N.HWY.7 & 48 Jct. · Structure no. 03603A048 06254
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 497
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek in Harney County, Oregon. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 497 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 33.6 mi (54 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek carry?
About 497 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 395 (hwy 048) over Poison Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.