U.S. 266 over Elk Creek
GoodMcIntosh County, Oklahoma · 2.6E of JCT US 69 · Structure no. 324760000000000
- Built
- 2023
- 2 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 106 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. 266 over Elk Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 266 over Elk Creek in McIntosh County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2042. The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. 266 over Elk Creek built?
It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. 266 over Elk Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. 266 over Elk Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is U.S. 266 over Elk Creek?
The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.8 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. 266 over Elk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.