US Bridges

U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow

Good

Jefferson County, Oklahoma · 7.8 MI E Cotton C/L · Structure no. 242020000000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
662 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow in Jefferson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,520 by 2042. The structure is 662 ft (201.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 70
CrossesBeaver Creek Oflow
Location7.8 MI E Cotton C/L
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyJefferson County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.15861, -98.00624
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating47 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length662 ft (201.8 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2022)
Projected traffic3,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$4.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow?

The structure is 662 ft (201.8 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 70 over Beaver Creek Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.