U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek
FairPosted for loadMcIntosh County, Oklahoma · 3.1 MI N of I-40 · Structure no. 040220000000000
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek in McIntosh County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 92 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2042. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 69BS(CITY Own over Big Elk Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the County Highway Agency.