US Bridges

U.S. 77 over Little River

Good

Cleveland County, Oklahoma · 7.6 MI N&w of SH 9 · Structure no. 125590000000000

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 77 over Little River is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 77 over Little River in Cleveland County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 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 19,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,200 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 105 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesU.S. 77
CrossesLittle River
Location7.6 MI N&w of SH 9
RouteU.S. Route 77
Coordinates35.27422, -97.48102
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.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating100 US tons
Inventory rating89.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width105 ft (32 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,500 (2022)
Projected traffic31,200 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$709,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 77 over Little River built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 77 over Little 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 77 over Little River carry?

About 19,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 77 over Little River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 105 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 77 over Little River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.