Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek
FairJosephine County, Oregon · 9.98 MI E of Cave Junct · Structure no. 03818A038 00998
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 137
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek in Josephine County, Oregon. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 137 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2042. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek carry?
About 137 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Or 46 (hwy 038) over Little Grayback Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.