US Bridges

U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek

Fair

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 0.39 N JCT US-271 · Structure no. 180150000000000

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
65 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,500
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,600 by 2042. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesU.S. 59
CrossesMcmurtrey Creek
Location0.39 N JCT US-271
RouteU.S. Route 59
Coordinates35.03918, -94.64134
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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.8 US tons
Inventory rating50.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length65 ft (19.8 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 traffic8,500 (2022)
Projected traffic13,600 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

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

About 8,500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek?

The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns U.S. 59 over Mcmurtrey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.