U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek
FairAdair County, Oklahoma · 10.2 Mi.N.Sequoyah Cl · Structure no. 044320000000000
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,040 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 59 over S.Branch Sallisaw Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.