U.S. 81 over Red River
FairJefferson County, Oklahoma · Ok-Tx S/L · Structure no. 213600000000000
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 2,103 ft
- 21 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Red River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 81 over Red River in Jefferson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 5 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2042. The structure is 2,103 ft (641 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Red River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over Red 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Red River carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Red River?
The structure is 2,103 ft (641 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Red River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.