U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek
FairBryan County, Oklahoma · 17.20 E JCT SH-78 · Structure no. 166860000000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek in Bryan County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 51 mi (82 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch 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. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 70 over Sassafras Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.