US Bridges

Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow

Good

Washington County, Oregon · 003 MI E Fern Mill RD · Structure no. 671250039800030

Built
1964
61 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
282
2020 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow in Washington County, Oregon. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 61 years old, older than the Oregon average of 49.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 282 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 311 by 2025. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesGeiger RD
CrossesTualatin River Overflow
Location003 MI E Fern Mill RD
RouteCounty Highway C0398
StateOregon
Coordinates45.50253, -123.08457
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic282 (2020)
Projected traffic311 by 2025
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow carry?

About 282 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns Geiger RD over Tualatin River Overflow?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.