US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Oregon · 2.7 Miles E of Eddyville · Structure no. 18053 033 02682

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
176 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,611
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek in Lincoln County, Oregon. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 6,611 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2042. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesUS 20 (hwy 33)
CrossesLittle Elk Creek
Location2.7 Miles E of Eddyville
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOregon
Coordinates44.62138, -123.72469
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length176 ft (53.6 m)
Longest span176 ft (53.6 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,611 (2022)
Projected traffic6,700 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed34.8 mi (56 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 US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek carry?

About 6,611 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek?

The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 176 ft (53.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 (hwy 33) over Little Elk Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.