US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay
GoodPosted for loadLincoln County, Oregon · Newport S C Limits · Structure no. 01820A009 14140
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 284 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,207
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay in Lincoln County, Oregon. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 91 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 20,207 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,700 by 2042. The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 81.4 mi (131 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay 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 US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay carry?
About 20,207 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay?
The structure is 284 ft (86.6 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US101 (hwy 9) over Yaquina Bay?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.