US Bridges

Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate)

Fair

Jackson County, Oregon · 00.1 S Applegate · Structure no. 01992 272 01804

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
275 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,419
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate) is a steel truss - thru carrying Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate) in Jackson 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 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 2,419 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2042. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesOr 238 (hwy 272)
CrossesApplegate R (applegate)
Location00.1 S Applegate
RouteState Highway 238
CountyJackson County
StateOregon
Coordinates42.25534, -123.16931
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating32.5 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+5 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span180 ft (54.9 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck15 ft (4.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,419 (2022)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate) built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate) 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate) carry?

About 2,419 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate)?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Or 238 (hwy 272) over Applegate R (applegate)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.