Or 6 (hwy 037) over Gales Creek
FairWashington County, Oregon · 9.3 MI W HWY 47 JCT · Structure no. 07677 037 04234
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,908
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Or 6 (hwy 037) over Gales Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Or 6 (hwy 037) over 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 4,908 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 35 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Or 6 (hwy 037) over Gales Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Or 6 (hwy 037) over 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 Gales Creek carry?
About 4,908 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is Or 6 (hwy 037) over Gales Creek?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Or 6 (hwy 037) over Gales Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.