Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River
FairTillamook County, Oregon · 118 MI E HWY 9 JCT · Structure no. 01869A037 01180
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 348 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,647
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River in Tillamook County, Oregon. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 74 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 4,647 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2042. The structure is 348 ft (106.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 33.6 mi (54 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River carry?
About 4,647 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River?
The structure is 348 ft (106.2 m) long with a longest span of 165 ft (50.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.