US Bridges

I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek

Good

Sherman County, Oregon · 027 MI E Rufus · Structure no. 0P141 002 11257

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,253
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek is a steel culvert carrying I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek in Sherman County, Oregon. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 14,253 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,700 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesI-84 (hwy 002)
CrossesHelms Creek
Location027 MI E Rufus
RouteInterstate 84
StateOregon
Coordinates45.71372, -120.68184
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.9 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,253 (2022)
Projected traffic15,700 by 2042
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek carry?

About 14,253 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

How long is I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns I-84 (hwy 002) over Helms Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.