US Bridges

U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek

Fair

Marshall County, Oklahoma · 2.71 E Carter C/L · Structure no. 149560000000000

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,600
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek in Marshall County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 65 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 6 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,360 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesU.S. 70
CrossesLittle Hauani Creek
Location2.71 E Carter C/L
RouteU.S. Route 70
CountyMarshall County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates34.10036, -96.92065
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,600 (2022)
Projected traffic7,360 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$763,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is U.S. 70 over Little Hauani 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek carry?

About 4,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S. 70 over Little Hauani Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.