US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Creek

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 9.54 N JCT US-270 · Structure no. 177000000000000

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,700
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 9,700 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,520 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesCreek
Location9.54 N JCT US-270
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates35.01928, -94.64635
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,700 (2022)
Projected traffic15,520 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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 Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

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

About 9,700 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Creek?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns U.S. 59 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.