US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River

Good

Linn County, Oregon · 195 MI E Sweethome · Structure no. 01577A016 04612

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,091
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River in Linn County, Oregon. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 1,091 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2042. The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.8 mi (93 km).

CarriesUS 20 (hwy 16)
CrossesSouth Santiam River
Location195 MI E Sweethome
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOregon
Coordinates44.3987, -122.3934
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating31.4 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length240 ft (73 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,091 (2022)
Projected traffic1,200 by 2042
Trucks24%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.8 mi (93 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 16) over South Santiam River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River carry?

About 1,091 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River?

The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 (hwy 16) over South Santiam River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.