Thomas Creek Bridge
| Thomas Creek Bridge | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Coordinates | 42°09′57″N 124°21′32″W / 42.1659452°N 124.3589909°WCoordinates: 42°09′57″N 124°21′32″W / 42.1659452°N 124.3589909°W |
| Carries |
 US 101 |
| Crosses | Thomas Creek |
| Locale | Curry County, Oregon |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Warren deck truss |
| Total length | 956.0 feet (291.39 m) |
| History | |
| Opened | 1961 |
Thomas Creek Bridge crosses Thomas Creek in Curry County, the U.S. state of Oregon. It is on U.S. Route 101 and lies within the boundaries of Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor.
It is a Warren deck truss designed by Ivan D. Merchant. Built in 1961, it has a length of 956 feet (291 m) total,[1] and a deck width of 30 feet (9.1 m). The longest span is 371 feet (113 m).[1] The bridge is the highest bridge in Oregon, at 345 feet (105 m).[1]
See also
References
- 1 2 3 "Oregon Coastal Highway Bridges". Oregon Department of Transportation. Retrieved December 3, 2014.
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