US Bridges

Silverton Road over Pudding River

Good

Marion County, Oregon · 02.0 E of Central Howell · Structure no. 18008 047

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
222 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,894
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Silverton Road over Pudding River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Silverton Road over Pudding River in Marion 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 11,894 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,644 by 2025. The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSilverton Road
CrossesPudding River
Location02.0 E of Central Howell
RouteCounty Highway C0047
StateOregon
Coordinates44.99396, -122.84543
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to 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 rating35.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length222 ft (67.7 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,894 (2020)
Projected traffic12,644 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Silverton Road over Pudding River built?

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

What condition is Silverton Road over Pudding River 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Silverton Road over Pudding River carry?

About 11,894 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Silverton Road over Pudding River?

The structure is 222 ft (67.7 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Silverton Road over Pudding River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.