E1620 over Bitter Creek
GoodJackson County, Oklahoma · 2N 2.9W of Altus · Structure no. 278950000000000
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 135 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
E1620 over Bitter Creek is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying E1620 over Bitter Creek in Jackson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 80 by 2042. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 E1620 over Bitter Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is E1620 over Bitter 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does E1620 over Bitter Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is E1620 over Bitter Creek?
The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns E1620 over Bitter Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.