Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs
FairPosted for loadLane County, Oregon · 045 MI SW Junction City · Structure no. 39C358360900197
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 77 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 181
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs in Lane County, Oregon. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 181 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 206 by 2025. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs carry?
About 181 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs?
The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Purkerson Road over A-2 Channel Scs?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.