US Bridges

S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · .3 E of Latimer C/L · Structure no. 298880000000000

Built
2015
10 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
251 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,480 by 2042. The structure is 251 ft (76.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 km).

CarriesS.H. 1
CrossesRock Creek Overflow
Location.3 E of Latimer C/L
RouteState Highway 1
Coordinates34.75389, -95.05333
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length251 ft (76.4 m)
Longest span100 ft (30.5 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,300 (2022)
Projected traffic8,480 by 2042
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.1 mi (50 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow built?

It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow 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. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow carry?

About 5,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow?

The structure is 251 ft (76.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns S.H. 1 over Rock Creek Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.