S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R.
GoodAlfalfa County, Oklahoma · 9.8 N JCT U.S. 64 · Structure no. 310440000000000
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 401 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R. in Alfalfa 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2042. The structure is 401 ft (122.2 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R. built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R. in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R. carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R.?
The structure is 401 ft (122.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns S.H. 38 over Salt Fork of Arkansas R.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.