Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek
FairWashington County, Oregon · 120 MI W of HWY 47 JCT · Structure no. 02462A037 03661
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,662
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek is a concrete frame carrying Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek in Washington County, Oregon. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5,662 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,300 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 55 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek carry?
About 5,662 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Or 6 (hwy 037) over South Fork Gales Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.