U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek
FairLe Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.27 W JCT US-271 · Structure no. 018640000000000
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1972
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 42 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1972, so it is 98 years old, older 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 6 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 6,100 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,760 by 2042. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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. 59 over Red Bank Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1972.
What condition is U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek carry?
About 6,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 59 over Red Bank Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.