US Bridges

Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26)

Fair

Washington County, Oregon · 11.9 MI W of Portland Cc · Structure no. 06735A047C06257

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
330 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
35,875
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26) is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26) in Washington County, Oregon. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 35,875 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,778 by 2030. The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesCornelius Pass RD
CrossesHWY 47 (us 26)
Location11.9 MI W of Portland Cc
RouteCounty Highway 26
StateOregon
Coordinates45.55452, -122.90085
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length330 ft (100.6 m)
Longest span170 ft (51.8 m)
Deck width105 ft (32.1 m)
Roadway width86 ft (26.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35,875 (2022)
Projected traffic59,778 by 2030
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26) built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26) 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 Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26) carry?

About 35,875 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26)?

The structure is 330 ft (100.6 m) long with a longest span of 170 ft (51.8 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns Cornelius Pass RD over HWY 47 (us 26)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.