Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow
PoorLinn County, Oregon · 015 Miles South of Albany · Structure no. 12406A001100153
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,841
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow is a steel culvert carrying Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow in Linn County, Oregon. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 4,841 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,180 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow carry?
About 4,841 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Columbus St. over Oak Creek Oflow?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.