FAS A656 over Sandy River
PoorClosed to trafficMultnomah County, Oregon · 040 MI SE Troutdale · Structure no. 11112 000 01132
- Built
- 1914
- 111 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 278 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,445
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS A656 over Sandy River is a steel truss - thru carrying FAS A656 over Sandy River in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 1914, so it is 111 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 6,445 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,385 by 2025. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 20 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS A656 over Sandy River built?
It was built in 1914, making it 111 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS A656 over Sandy River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does FAS A656 over Sandy River carry?
About 6,445 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is FAS A656 over Sandy River?
The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 200 ft (61 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns FAS A656 over Sandy River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.