US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl
FairKlamath County, Oregon · 053 MI S HWY 427 JCT · Structure no. 19823 004 26311
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 116 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,120
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl in Klamath 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 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 8,120 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,700 by 2042. The structure is 116 ft (35.3 m) long and 70 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl carry?
About 8,120 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl?
The structure is 116 ft (35.3 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 70 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 (hwy 004) over Barkley Springs IRR Cnl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.