US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek
FairSherman County, Oregon · 069 MI S of Biggs JCT · Structure no. 09998 042 00698
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,543
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek in Sherman County, Oregon. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 3,543 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2042. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow 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 US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek carry?
About 3,543 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns US 97 (hwy 042) over Spanish Hollow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.