US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek
FairTillamook County, Oregon · 033 MI S Arch Cape Tunnel · Structure no. 02312 009 03913
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek in Tillamook County, Oregon. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,010 by 2042. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US101 (hwy 9) over Short Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.