US Bridges

US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr)

Good

Malheur County, Oregon · 8.1 MI E. Baker. Co. Line · Structure no. 04311A005 23101

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
331
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr) is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr) in Malheur County, Oregon. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 331 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 360 by 2042. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 26 (hwy 005)
CrossesS Fk Willow CR (rose Cr)
Location8.1 MI E. Baker. Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 26
CountyMalheur County
StateOregon
Coordinates44.3244, -117.9462
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic331 (2022)
Projected traffic360 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 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 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr) built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr) 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr) carry?

About 331 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr)?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns US 26 (hwy 005) over S Fk Willow CR (rose Cr)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.