US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek
FairWashington County, Oregon · 20.0 MI W of Portland Cc · Structure no. 06999 047 05445
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 138 ft
- 17 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,858
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek is a steel continuous culvert carrying US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek in Washington County, Oregon. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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 11,858 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,850 by 2042. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek carry?
About 11,858 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 26 (hwy 047) WB over Bledsoe Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.