Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek
FairPolk County, Oregon · In Independence · Structure no. 00491A043 00186
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 80 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,615
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek in Polk County, Oregon. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 9,615 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,800 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 50 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek carry?
About 9,615 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Or 51 (hwy 43) over South Fork Ash Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.