U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek
GoodLe Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.53 NW JCT US-259 · Structure no. 042250000000000
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 91 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,720 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 71.5 mi (115 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Shawnee Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is U.S. 59 over Shawnee 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 59 over Shawnee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.