US Bridges

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B

Good

Lane County, Oregon · 009 MI W of Blue River · Structure no. 13570 015 04018

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,644
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 2,644 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2042. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 46.6 mi (75 km).

Location

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CarriesOr 126 (hwy 015)
CrossesMc Kenzie R (fish Hole B
Location009 MI W of Blue River
RouteState Highway 126
CountyLane County
StateOregon
Coordinates44.1539, -122.3528
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating25 US tons
Inventory rating19.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,644 (2022)
Projected traffic2,700 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed46.6 mi (75 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$487,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B carry?

About 2,644 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B?

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Or 126 (hwy 015) over Mc Kenzie R (fish Hole B?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.