US Bridges

US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek

Good

Malheur County, Oregon · 15.7 Mi. SW Idaho St. Ln. · Structure no. 17336 456 01567

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,126
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek is a steel culvert carrying US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,126 vehicles a day, roughly 53% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesUS 95 (hwy 456)
CrossesHooker Creek
Location15.7 Mi. SW Idaho St. Ln.
RouteU.S. Route 95
StateOregon
Coordinates43.04097, -117.07052
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length20 ft (6.1 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 traffic2,126 (2022)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2042
Trucks53%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek built?

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

What condition is US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek carry?

About 2,126 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 53% are trucks.

How long is US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 95 (hwy 456) over Hooker Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.