HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River
FairPosted for loadHood River County, Oregon · 1.5 MI S of Dee · Structure no. 01939 281 01290
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 210 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,413
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River is a steel truss - deck carrying HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River in Hood River County, Oregon. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 1,413 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2042. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River carry?
About 1,413 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns HWY 281 over E Fk Hood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.