US Bridges

4030C over Baker Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 1.8 E Leflore · Structure no. 134250000000000

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
400
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

4030C over Baker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 4030C over Baker Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Carries4030C
CrossesBaker Creek
Location1.8 E Leflore
RouteCounty Highway 4030C
Coordinates34.89839, -94.95322
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum 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 length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width26 ft (7.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (2022)
Projected traffic640 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$225,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 4030C over Baker Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is 4030C over Baker 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does 4030C over Baker Creek carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is 4030C over Baker Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns 4030C over Baker Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.