US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek

Good

Linn County, Oregon · 002 MI E of Albany · Structure no. 17439 016 00195

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,734
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek in Linn County, Oregon. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 8,734 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,600 by 2042. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS 20 (hwy 16)
CrossesCox Creek
Location002 MI E of Albany
RouteU.S. Route 20
StateOregon
Coordinates44.62949, -123.04414
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,734 (2022)
Projected traffic10,600 by 2042
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 Cox Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek carry?

About 8,734 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 (hwy 16) over Cox Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.