Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek
GoodPolk County, Oregon · 053 MI S Dallas · Structure no. 04588A191 00985
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 79 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,633
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek in Polk County, Oregon. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,633 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2042. The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek carry?
About 1,633 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek?
The structure is 79 ft (24.1 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Or 223 (hwy 191) over Fern Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.