U.S. 56 over Beaver River
GoodCimarron County, Oklahoma · 8.6 S.W. of JCT U.S. 385 · Structure no. 311660000000000
- Built
- 2017
- 8 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 375 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 56 over Beaver River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 56 over Beaver River in Cimarron 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 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2042. The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 56 over Beaver River built?
It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 56 over Beaver River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 56 over Beaver River carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 56 over Beaver River?
The structure is 375 ft (114.3 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 56 over Beaver River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.