US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch Creek

Fair

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 7.80 NW JCT US-259 · Structure no. 131910000000000

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
67 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,800
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,480 by 2042. The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 72.1 mi (116 km).

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesKelly Branch Creek
Location7.80 NW JCT US-259
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates34.8117, -94.64449
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length67 ft (20.3 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,800 (2022)
Projected traffic4,480 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed72.1 mi (116 km)
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 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 Kelly Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch 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 Kelly Branch Creek carry?

About 2,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch Creek?

The structure is 67 ft (20.3 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns U.S. 59 over Kelly Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.