Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River
FairTillamook County, Oregon · 277 MI E of HWY 9 JCT · Structure no. 01874A037 02769
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,854
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River in Tillamook County, Oregon. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 4,854 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,800 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 33.6 mi (54 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
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 4,854 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Or 6 (hwy 37) over Wilson River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.