U.S. 81 over Flat Creek
GoodJefferson County, Oklahoma · 8.2 N of Tx S/L · Structure no. 308700000000000
- Built
- 2016
- 9 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 81 over Flat Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 81 over Flat Creek in Jefferson County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,560 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 81 over Flat Creek built?
It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 81 over Flat 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 81 over Flat Creek carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 81 over Flat Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61.1 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 81 over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.