US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek

Fair

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 13.08 N JCT US-271 · Structure no. 047850000000000

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 89 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 8,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,760 by 2042. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 38.5 mi (62 km).

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesNubbin Ridge Creek
Location13.08 N JCT US-271
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates35.20239, -94.67301
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,600 (2022)
Projected traffic13,760 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed38.5 mi (62 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$644,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge 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 Nubbin Ridge Creek carry?

About 8,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns U.S. 59 over Nubbin Ridge Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.