Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br
GoodWasco County, Oregon · 07.7 MI East Tygh Valley · Structure no. 00939A290 00765
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br in Wasco County, Oregon. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2042. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28.6 mi (46 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Or 216 (hwy 290) over Deschutes R Sherars Br?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.