US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF
GoodKlamath County, Oregon · 007 MI S HWY 20 JCT · Structure no. 19941 004 27574
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 503 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,958
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF 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 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 9,958 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,200 by 2042. The structure is 503 ft (153.4 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF carry?
About 9,958 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF?
The structure is 503 ft (153.4 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 (hwy 004) over Old Align & BNSF?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.