US Bridges

Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek

Good

Lane County, Oregon · 1.92 M West of Weigh Sta · Structure no. 04076B062 04099

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
113 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,206
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 5,206 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2042. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesOr 126 (hwy 62)
CrossesPoodle Creek
Location1.92 M West of Weigh Sta
RouteState Highway 126
StateOregon
Coordinates44.0673, -123.456
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,206 (2022)
Projected traffic5,700 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 62) over Poodle Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek carry?

About 5,206 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns Or 126 (hwy 62) over Poodle Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.