US Bridges

Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan

Good

Klamath County, Oregon · 005 MI W of Washburn · Structure no. 35C336080300050

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
190 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,810
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan in Klamath County, Oregon. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 6,810 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,062 by 2025. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesJoe Wright RD
CrossesLost Rv Diversion Chan
Location005 MI W of Washburn
RouteCounty Highway 0B303
StateOregon
Coordinates42.16662, -121.76704
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,810 (2020)
Projected traffic10,062 by 2025
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan 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 2023.

How much traffic does Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan carry?

About 6,810 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Joe Wright RD over Lost Rv Diversion Chan?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.