Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r
PoorPosted for loadMultnomah County, Oregon · Fessenden St. over Burlin · Structure no. 51T104000000000
- Built
- 1909
- 116 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Truss - Deck
- Steel
- Length
- 164 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,931
- 2010 count
- Owner
- Railroad
- Railroad
About this bridge
Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r is a steel truss - deck carrying Fessenden ST 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 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: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 4,931 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,173 by 2030. The structure is 164 ft (50 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 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r built?
It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r carry?
About 4,931 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns Fessenden ST over Burlington Northern R&r?
It is owned by the Railroad.