US Bridges

U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek

Fair

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.08 N Mccurtain C/L · Structure no. 150260000000000

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.9 mi (98 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 259
CrossesPidgeon Creek
Location2.08 N Mccurtain C/L
RouteU.S. Route 259
CountyLe Flore County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.53559, -94.68857
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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 length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,000 (2022)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed60.9 mi (98 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$981,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 259 over Pidgeon 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek carry?

About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S. 259 over Pidgeon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.