US Bridges

S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow

Good

Le Flore County, Oklahoma · 2.1 E JCT U.S. 259 · Structure no. 313210000000000

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
520
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow is a concrete culvert carrying S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow in Le Flore County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 520 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 730 by 2042. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 km).

CarriesS.H. 63
CrossesKiamichi River Oflow
Location2.1 E JCT U.S. 259
RouteState Highway 63
Coordinates34.63947, -94.61424
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating105.2 US tons
Inventory rating81.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic520 (2022)
Projected traffic730 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed23 mi (37 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. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow carry?

About 520 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns S.H. 63 over Kiamichi River Oflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.