Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek
GoodBryan County, Oklahoma · 0.46 E JCT SH-78 · Structure no. 065540000000000
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 141 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek in Bryan County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 87 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 9,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,720 by 2042. The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek carry?
About 9,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek?
The structure is 141 ft (43 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Old U.S. 70 over Mineral Bayou Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.