State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake
FairMcCurtain County, Oklahoma · 8.6 MI N Broken Bow Ok · Structure no. CEPSWTOKBROKENB
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 384 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake in McCurtain County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 5 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,586 by 2043. The structure is 384 ft (117 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake?
The structure is 384 ft (117 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns State HWY 259A over Broken Bow Lake?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).