U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River
FairGrady County, Oklahoma · 21.6N of U.S. 62 · Structure no. 280790000000000
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,500 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River in Grady County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,840 by 2042. The structure is 1,500 ft (457.2 m) long and 42 ft wide.
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over S. Canadian 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River?
The structure is 1,500 ft (457.2 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over S. Canadian River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.