US Bridges

I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek

Fair

Union County, Oregon · 2.1 Mi. E. Jct. Ore 244 · Structure no. 08505 006 25493

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,538
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek in Union County, Oregon. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 12,538 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,700 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).

CarriesI-84 (hwy 006)
CrossesHamilton Creek
Location2.1 Mi. E. Jct. Ore 244
RouteInterstate 84
StateOregon
Coordinates45.35245, -118.19639
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.3 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,538 (2022)
Projected traffic13,700 by 2042
Trucks38%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed42.9 mi (69 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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 006) over Hamilton Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek carry?

About 12,538 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.

How long is I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-84 (hwy 006) over Hamilton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.