US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield Creek

Fair

Lincoln County, Oregon · 3.8 Miles E of Eddyville · Structure no. 18057 033 02791

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,611
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield 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 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.

It carries about 6,611 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,700 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 20 (hwy 33)
CrossesWakefield Creek
Location3.8 Miles E of Eddyville
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyLincoln County
StateOregon
Coordinates44.61923, -123.70441
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 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 evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length24 ft (7.4 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 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 Wakefield Creek built?

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

What condition is US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield Creek 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 US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield Creek carry?

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

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

The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns US 20 (hwy 33) over Wakefield Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.