US Bridges

U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek

Good

Choctaw County, Oklahoma · 0.75 E JCT US-271 · Structure no. 254280000000000

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek in Choctaw County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 4,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,200 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 70 / U.S. 271
CrossesElm Creek
Location0.75 E JCT US-271
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyChoctaw County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.04018, -95.61254
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,500 (2022)
Projected traffic7,200 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$721,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek carry?

About 4,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns U.S. 70 / U.S. 271 over Elm Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.