US Bridges

HWY 002 over Connector #1

Fair

Multnomah County, Oregon · 2.0 MI E of NE 74th Ave · Structure no. 13514H002 00660

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
50,786
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 002 over Connector #1 is a concrete frame carrying HWY 002 over Connector #1 in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 50,786 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,200 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 519 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY 002
CrossesConnector #1
Location2.0 MI E of NE 74th Ave
RouteInterstate 84
CountyMultnomah County
StateOregon
Coordinates45.54431, -122.55913
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width519 ft (158.2 m)
Roadway width99 ft (30.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50,786 (2022)
Projected traffic55,200 by 2042
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$338,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 002 over Connector #1 built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 002 over Connector #1 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does HWY 002 over Connector #1 carry?

About 50,786 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY 002 over Connector #1?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m) and a deck 519 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 002 over Connector #1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.