U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek
FairLe Flore County, Oklahoma · 3.50 N JCT US-271 · Structure no. 256800000000000
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 11,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,080 by 2042. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 59 Bypass over 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 Bypass over Creek carry?
About 11,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns U.S. 59 Bypass over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.