US Bridges

HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct

Good

Multnomah County, Oregon · Semiviaduct 1 W of Barbur · Structure no. 08550 040 00662

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
375 ft
15 main spans
Daily traffic
21,309
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct is a concrete tee beam carrying HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 21,309 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,577 by 2025. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 15 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHWY 40 Capitol HWY
CrossesB-140 Semi-Viaduct
LocationSemiviaduct 1 W of Barbur
RouteCity Street 10
StateOregon
Coordinates45.48001, -122.68227
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans15
Design loadHS 20
Structure length375 ft (114.3 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width15 ft (4.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,309 (2020)
Projected traffic31,577 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct carry?

About 21,309 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct?

The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 15 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 40 Capitol HWY over B-140 Semi-Viaduct?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.