US Bridges

Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek

Fair

Jackson County, Oregon · 10.1 S Applegate · Structure no. 03771A272 02839

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,143
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek in Jackson County, Oregon. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 5,143 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,200 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).

Location

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CarriesOr 238 (hwy 272)
CrossesPoormans Creek
Location10.1 S Applegate
RouteState Highway 238
CountyJackson County
StateOregon
Coordinates42.2738, -123.0224
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,143 (2022)
Projected traffic5,200 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.9 mi (40 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek carry?

About 5,143 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Or 238 (hwy 272) over Poormans Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.