US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek
FairJefferson County, Oregon · In Madras · Structure no. 00971B004 09213
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,393
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek in Jefferson County, Oregon. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 10,393 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 55 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek carry?
About 10,393 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 (hwy 004)SB over Willow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.