Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r
FairPosted for loadMultnomah County, Oregon · N. Willamette over Burlin · Structure no. 51T102000000000
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 340 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,361
- 2010 count
- Owner
- Railroad
- Railroad
About this bridge
Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r is a steel truss - deck carrying Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r in Multnomah County, Oregon. It was built in 1909, so it is 116 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 10,361 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,844 by 2030. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.
What condition is Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r carry?
About 10,361 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r?
The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Willamette Blvd over Burlington Northern R&r?
It is owned by the Railroad.