US Bridges

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam

Fair

Lane County, Oregon · 00.7 MI W Leaburg Po · Structure no. 03966 015 01923

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
45 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
5,367
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 years old, older 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 5,367 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).

CarriesOr 126 (hwy 015)
CrossesLeaburg Dam
Location00.7 MI W Leaburg Po
RouteState Highway 126
StateOregon
Coordinates44.10148, -122.68932
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.3 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,367 (2022)
Projected traffic5,500 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed51 mi (82 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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 Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam carry?

About 5,367 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Or 126 (hwy 015) over Leaburg Dam?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.