US Bridges

U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek

Good

Mayes County, Oklahoma · 9.3 MI N Wagoner C/L · Structure no. 205610000000000

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek in Mayes County, Oklahoma. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,240 by 2042. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 41 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesU.S. 69
CrossesChouteau Creek
Location9.3 MI N Wagoner C/L
RouteU.S. Route 69
CountyMayes County
StateOklahoma
Coordinates36.20681, -95.34071
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67 US tons
Inventory rating40 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,400 (2022)
Projected traffic10,240 by 2042
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 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. 69 over Chouteau Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S. 69 over Chouteau 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek carry?

About 6,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns U.S. 69 over Chouteau Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.