US Bridges

US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF

Good

Jefferson County, Oregon · 009 MI N Madras · Structure no. 19959 053 11657

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
113 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,556
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF in Jefferson County, Oregon. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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.

It carries about 11,556 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,700 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).

CarriesUS 26 (hwy 053)
CrossesBNSF
Location009 MI N Madras
RouteU.S. Route 26
StateOregon
Coordinates44.65555, -121.12924
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating61.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.3 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,556 (2022)
Projected traffic11,700 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed28.6 mi (46 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF carry?

About 11,556 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 (hwy 053) over BNSF?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.