Or 46 (hwy 038) over Grayback Creek
FairJosephine County, Oregon · 11.75 MI E of Cave Junct · Structure no. 03820A038 01175
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 62
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 46 (hwy 038) over Grayback Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 46 (hwy 038) over Grayback Creek in Josephine 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 62 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Grayback Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 46 (hwy 038) over 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 Grayback Creek carry?
About 62 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Or 46 (hwy 038) over Grayback Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Or 46 (hwy 038) over Grayback Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.