Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River
GoodHarney County, Oregon · 1.0 Mi. S. Jct. Ore 78 · Structure no. 17456 440 00098
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River in Harney County, Oregon. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 420 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 430 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 33.6 mi (54 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 Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.
How long is Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.3 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Or 205 (hwy 440) over Silvies River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.