Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River
FairKlamath County, Oregon · 043 MI N HWY 426 JCT · Structure no. 02417 050 01221
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,002
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River in Klamath County, Oregon. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 84 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 5,002 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River carry?
About 5,002 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Or 39 (hwy 050) over Lost River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.