US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek
GoodWheeler County, Oregon · 9 MI East of Mitchell · Structure no. 18432 041 07584
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 735
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek in Wheeler County, Oregon. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 735 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 35.4 mi (57 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek carry?
About 735 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 26 (hwy 041) over Mountain Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.