US Bridges

US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit

Good

Jefferson County, Oregon · 067 MI N Terrebonne Po · Structure no. 19961 004 10899

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,575
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit 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 12,575 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesUS 97 (hwy 004)
CrossesOchoco Main Canal N Unit
Location067 MI N Terrebonne Po
RouteU.S. Route 97
StateOregon
Coordinates44.4446, -121.19934
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,575 (2022)
Projected traffic17,000 by 2042
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit built?

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

What condition is US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit carry?

About 12,575 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns US 97 (hwy 004) over Ochoco Main Canal N Unit?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.