US Bridges

N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek

FairPosted for load

Adair County, Oklahoma · 1.8N 1.3E of SW C/L · Structure no. 136960000000000

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
204
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek is a concrete culvert carrying N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 204 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 326 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesN4623 (0138C)
CrossesTeague Creek
Location1.8N 1.3E of SW C/L
RouteCounty Highway N4623
CountyAdair County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates35.66306, -94.78389
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating32.7 US tons
Inventory rating19.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic204 (2022)
Projected traffic326 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is N4623 (0138C) over Teague 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek carry?

About 204 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns N4623 (0138C) over Teague Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.