US Bridges

SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct

Fair

Multnomah County, Oregon · Ohsu · Structure no. 20667 000 00000

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
253 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,259
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 6 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 1,259 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,389 by 2025. The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long and 24 ft wide.

CarriesSW Sam Jackson
CrossesSemi-Viaduct
LocationOhsu
RouteCity Street C0000
StateOregon
Coordinates45.50197, -122.68394
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating37.5 US tons
Inventory rating28.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length253 ft (77.1 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,259 (2020)
Projected traffic1,389 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesOther
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct carry?

About 1,259 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct?

The structure is 253 ft (77.1 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns SW Sam Jackson over Semi-Viaduct?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.