US Bridges

S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.12 E JCT US-59 · Structure no. 266230000000000

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
980
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 980 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,568 by 2042. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesS.H. 128
CrossesOil Branch of Poteau Rvr
Location2.12 E JCT US-59
RouteState Highway 128
Coordinates34.87249, -94.57658
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.1 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.7 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic980 (2022)
Projected traffic1,568 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr 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 S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr carry?

About 980 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 128 over Oil Branch of Poteau Rvr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.