US Bridges

Waln DR SE over Battle Creek

Good

Marion County, Oregon · Salem or · Structure no. 21934 000 00000

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
133
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Waln DR SE over Battle Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Waln DR SE over Battle Creek in Marion County, Oregon. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 133 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 153 by 2025. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 50 ft wide.

CarriesWaln DR SE
CrossesBattle Creek
LocationSalem or
RouteCity Street C0000
StateOregon
Coordinates44.8648, -123.02368
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum 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 typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic133 (2020)
Projected traffic153 by 2025
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Waln DR SE over Battle Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Waln DR SE over Battle 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Waln DR SE over Battle Creek carry?

About 133 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Waln DR SE over Battle Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Waln DR SE over Battle Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.