US Bridges

HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path

GoodPosted for load

Jackson County, Oregon · MP -7.02 HWY 270 · Structure no. 21064 270 00000

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,585
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path in Jackson County, Oregon. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 years old, younger than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 7,585 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,800 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesHWY 270
CrossesMulti-Use Path
LocationMP -7.02 HWY 270
RouteState Highway 140
StateOregon
Coordinates42.4211, -122.9578
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,585 (2022)
Projected traffic8,800 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.

How much traffic does HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path carry?

About 7,585 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns HWY 270 over Multi-Use Path?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.