US Bridges

I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek

Fair

Jackson County, Oregon · 18.2 MI N of Medford Ncl · Structure no. 08378 001 04871

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
37,706
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek in Jackson County, Oregon. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 63 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.

It carries about 37,706 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,700 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

Location

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CarriesI-5 (hwy 001)
CrossesWard Creek
Location18.2 MI N of Medford Ncl
RouteInterstate 5
CountyJackson County
StateOregon
Coordinates42.43097, -123.16871
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,706 (2022)
Projected traffic44,700 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek carry?

About 37,706 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-5 (hwy 001) over Ward Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.