US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass

Good

Lincoln County, Oregon · MP 18.53 · Structure no. 21972 033 01853

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,601
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass is a steel culvert carrying US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass in Lincoln County, Oregon. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 6,601 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 km).

CarriesUS 20 (hwy 33)
CrossesWildlife Pass
LocationMP 18.53
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOregon
Coordinates44.64198, -123.80812
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
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum 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 loadHL 93
Structure length28 ft (8.6 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,601 (2022)
Projected traffic7,000 by 2042
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
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 Wildlife Pass built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass carry?

About 6,601 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass?

The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.6 m).

Who owns US 20 (hwy 33) over Wildlife Pass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.