US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Coal Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 11.92 N JCT US-271 · Structure no. 054790000000000

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,550
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Coal Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 59 over Coal Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 4,550 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,280 by 2042. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 41 ft wide.

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesCoal Creek
Location11.92 N JCT US-271
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates35.18591, -94.67335
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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,550 (2022)
Projected traffic7,280 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 59 over Coal Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 59 over Coal 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 Coal Creek carry?

About 4,550 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Coal Creek?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 59 over Coal Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.