U.S. 81 over Little Washita River
FairGrady County, Oklahoma · 18.4 MI N Stephens C/L · Structure no. 139280000000000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 412 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Little Washita River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 81 over Little Washita River in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Oklahoma average of 47.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,280 by 2042. The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long and 32 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 81 over Little Washita River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over Little Washita River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Little Washita River carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Little Washita River?
The structure is 412 ft (125.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Little Washita River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.