Bethel Road over Plum Creek
GoodPolk County, Oregon · 004 W of State HWY 99W · Structure no. 53C028000100551
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,202
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethel Road over Plum Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Bethel Road over Plum Creek in Polk County, Oregon. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 1,202 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,576 by 2040. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Bethel Road over Plum Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethel Road over Plum 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Bethel Road over Plum Creek carry?
About 1,202 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bethel Road over Plum Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Bethel Road over Plum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.