FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

LOW.DEADWD CR RD

Carrying LOW.DEADWD CR RD over COUGAR CREEK

140 MI NO SWISSHOME, Lane, Oregon

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Poor
25 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: LOW.DEADWD CR RD

The LOW.DEADWD CR RD bridge in Lane, Oregon carries LOW.DEADWD CR RD over COUGAR CREEK. It was built in 1976, making it 50 years old today. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 2 sections, stretching 17.4 meters (57 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 87 vehicles, placing it in the lower-traffic tier of Oregon bridges. It is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 4/9. The weakest component sits in poor condition. A component scored 4 or below, placing this bridge in the federal Poor condition category rather than declaring it unsafe or closed. Its NBI inventory load rating is 24.9 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How LOW.DEADWD CR RD compares

▼ 7.4
Load rating vs Oregon average (32.3 t)
Bottom 35%
Lower load rating than 65% of Oregon bridges
1,010
Bridges in Lane · 13 in Poor condition
LOW.DEADWD CR RD 24.9 t
Oregon average 32.3 t

Live comparison across Oregon.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
55.9 / 100 - historical 50–79.9 band
Structural adequacy /55
23.3
Serviceability /30
27.0
Essentiality /15
13.6
Special reductions
−8.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
4/9
Poor (1–4)
Inventory Load Rating
24.9 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Poor

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1976
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
17.4 m (57 ft)
Deck Width
7.3 m (24 ft)
Owner
County Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
87 vehicles/day
Structure Number
04068A514001000

Condition Analysis

  • At 6/9, the deck (driving surface) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) is in fair condition (6/9), with minor deterioration that may require routine maintenance.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates poor at 4/9, advanced deterioration that should be prioritized for repair.

How to read this record

LOW.DEADWD CR RD is in the federal Poor condition category. That is a component-based result, not a closure order.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Understand what Poor condition does and does not mean before drawing conclusions. Poor condition explained
  • Compare LOW.DEADWD CR RD against other structures in Lane and across Oregon. Oregon bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for LOW.DEADWD CR RD?

LOW.DEADWD CR RD in Lane, Oregon has a deck rating of 6/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 4/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is LOW.DEADWD CR RD inspected?

LOW.DEADWD CR RD's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 87 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. LOW.DEADWD CR RD is currently shown as Poor condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for LOW.DEADWD CR RD?

LOW.DEADWD CR RD has an NBI inventory load rating of 24.9 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining LOW.DEADWD CR RD?

LOW.DEADWD CR RD is owned and maintained by County Highway Agency.

How old is LOW.DEADWD CR RD and does age affect safety?

LOW.DEADWD CR RD was built in 1976, making it 50 years old.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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