HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River
FairHood River County, Oregon · 4.5 MI N Bennett Pass Sum · Structure no. 03639A026 06823
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,837
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River in Hood River County, Oregon. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,837 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2042. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 026 (or 35) over 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 2024.
How much traffic does HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River carry?
About 1,837 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns HWY 026 (or 35) over Hood River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.