Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek
FairLane County, Oregon · 015 MI W Blue River · Structure no. 03970B015 03952
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 100 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,644
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 68 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 2,644 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2042. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek 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 Elk Creek carry?
About 2,644 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Or 126 (hwy 015) over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.