US Bridges

SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs

Fair

Multnomah County, Oregon · SE Lambert ST · Structure no. 25B53 000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
762
2020 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 762 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 841 by 2025. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSE Lambert ST
CrossesB-53 X Crystal Springs
LocationSE Lambert ST
RouteCity Street C0000
StateOregon
Coordinates45.46834, -122.64179
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating29.7 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic762 (2020)
Projected traffic841 by 2025
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs carry?

About 762 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns SE Lambert ST over B-53 X Crystal Springs?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.