US Bridges

Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal

Good

Lane County, Oregon · 005 MI No. of FAP 3 Eugen · Structure no. 17152 000000005

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
65 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,947
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,947 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,224 by 2025. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 74 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesRiverfront Pkwy
CrossesMillrace Canal
Location005 MI No. of FAP 3 Eugen
RouteCity Street U1110
StateOregon
Coordinates44.04725, -123.0698
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating28.2 US tons
Inventory rating21.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckOther
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length65 ft (19.8 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width74 ft (22.7 m)
Roadway width55 ft (16.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,947 (2020)
Projected traffic2,224 by 2025
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal 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 Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal carry?

About 1,947 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 74 ft wide.

Who owns Riverfront Pkwy over Millrace Canal?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.