S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River
GoodKlamath County, Oregon · Klamath Falls · Structure no. 16333 424 00081
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 950 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,850
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River in Klamath County, Oregon. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 11,850 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,200 by 2042. The structure is 950 ft (289.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River carry?
About 11,850 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River?
The structure is 950 ft (289.6 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns S Side Bypass over BNSF & Klamath River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.