US Bridges

Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under

Good

Cotton County, Oklahoma · 1.3 MI E SH36 · Structure no. 161110000000000

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
183 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,300
2022 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under in Cotton County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,080 by 2042. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesBailey B Tp (I-44)
CrossesU.S. 70 under
Location1.3 MI E SH36
RouteInterstate 44
CountyCotton County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.17333, -98.50222
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length183 ft (55.8 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width81 ft (24.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,300 (2022)
Projected traffic10,080 by 2042
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under carry?

About 6,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under?

The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns Bailey B Tp (I-44) over U.S. 70 under?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.