IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River
FairJefferson County, Oregon · 48KM West of Warm Springs · Structure no. 00000000000P937
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River in Jefferson County, Oregon. It was built in 1962, 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 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 680 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 2 over Whitewater River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.