US Bridges

HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br

FairPosted for load

Hood River County, Oregon · 4.0 MI S Scl Hood River · Structure no. 01600 281 00495

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
188 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,974
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br in Hood River County, Oregon. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,974 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2042. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesHWY 281
CrossesHood River Tucker Br
Location4.0 MI S Scl Hood River
RouteState Highway 281
StateOregon
Coordinates45.65488, -121.54879
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating18.2 US tons
Inventory rating14.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.4 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,974 (2022)
Projected traffic2,100 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br 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 HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br carry?

About 1,974 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 281 over Hood River Tucker Br?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.