US Bridges

U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Major County, Oklahoma · 0.7 MI W JCT US 60 · Structure no. 258110000000000

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
190 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek in Major County, Oklahoma. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,680 by 2042. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.2 mi (76 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 412
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location0.7 MI W JCT US 60
RouteU.S. Route 412
CountyMajor County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.36219, -98.48672
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,300 (2022)
Projected traffic3,680 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed47.2 mi (76 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 412 over Cottonwood 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 2,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 412 over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.