US Bridges

U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow

Good

Kay County, Oklahoma · 1.9 MI E US 177 · Structure no. 185840000000000

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
250 ft
10 main spans
Daily traffic
3,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow is a concrete slab carrying U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow in Kay County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older 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 3,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,440 by 2042. The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long and 44 ft wide.

CarriesU.S. 60
CrossesChikaskia River Oflow
Location1.9 MI E US 177
RouteU.S. Route 60
Coordinates36.68811, -97.24909
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans10
Design loadHS 20
Structure length250 ft (76.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,400 (2022)
Projected traffic5,440 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow carry?

About 3,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow?

The structure is 250 ft (76.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 60 over Chikaskia River Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.