US Bridges

Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow

Fair

Washington County, Oregon · 32 MI N Forest Grove · Structure no. 02067A102 08639

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,189
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow in Washington County, Oregon. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 years old, younger 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 6,189 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,700 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesOr 47 (hwy 102)
CrossesDairy Creek Overflow
Location32 MI N Forest Grove
RouteState Highway 47
StateOregon
Coordinates45.57112, -123.10934
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,189 (2022)
Projected traffic14,700 by 2042
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow 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 Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow carry?

About 6,189 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Or 47 (hwy 102) over Dairy Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.