U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River
GoodLe Flore County, Oklahoma · 14.98 N Mccurtain C/L · Structure no. 135220000000000
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 261 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,760 by 2042. The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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. 259 over Kiamichi River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River?
The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 259 over Kiamichi River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.