US Bridges

US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal

Fair

Malheur County, Oregon · 5.4 Mi. E. JCT US RTE 26 · Structure no. 07845 007 25177

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,908
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal in Malheur County, Oregon. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,908 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,300 by 2042. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 20 (hwy 007)
CrossesNevada Ditch Canal
Location5.4 Mi. E. JCT US RTE 26
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyMalheur County
StateOregon
Coordinates43.98156, -117.13262
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 rating33.2 US tons
Inventory rating25.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,908 (2022)
Projected traffic6,300 by 2042
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal carry?

About 5,908 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 20 (hwy 007) over Nevada Ditch Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.