US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd.
FairKlamath County, Oregon · 120 MI N William HWY Jct. · Structure no. 19964 004 18316
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 91 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,704
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd. 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 5,704 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2042. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 47 ft wide.
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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd. built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd. 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd. carry?
About 5,704 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd.?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 (hwy 004) over Gilchrist Timber Rd.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.