US Bridges

U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek

Good

Delaware County, Oklahoma · 5.1 MI E Mayes CO · Structure no. 129310000000000

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek in Delaware County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,160 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 412 Alt.
CrossesSaline Creek
Location5.1 MI E Mayes CO
RouteU.S. Route 412A
CountyDelaware County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.20503, -94.93029
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2022)
Projected traffic4,160 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.8 mi (64 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 412 Alt. over Saline Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.