HWY 72 over Mill Creek
FairMarion County, Oregon · 047 from Marion ST Br · Structure no. 16883 072 00451
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 31,897
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 72 over Mill Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying HWY 72 over Mill Creek in Marion County, Oregon. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 95 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 5 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 31,897 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,400 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY 72 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is HWY 72 over Mill Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does HWY 72 over Mill Creek carry?
About 31,897 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY 72 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.
Who owns HWY 72 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.