US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek

Fair

Adair County, Oklahoma · 4.84 N of Westville · Structure no. 310050000000000

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,900
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek in Adair County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 km).

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesTrib of Ballard Creek
Location4.84 N of Westville
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates36.05694, -94.58111
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.8 US tons
Inventory rating65.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,900 (2022)
Projected traffic10,000 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed32.9 mi (53 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard 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 Trib of Ballard Creek carry?

About 6,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 59 over Trib of Ballard Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.